Dental Assisting - Program Highlights

Rich Curriculum: Our expansive curriculum delves into crucial areas, preparing you comprehensively for your role as a dental assistant: Dental Anatomy: Explore the intricacies of tooth structures, dental terminology, and overall oral anatomy, laying a solid foundation for specialized knowledge. Radiography: Master the art and science of dental X-ray procedures, including the safe handling and interpretation as part of a diagnostic team. Patient Care: Sharpen your skills in patient management, from maintaining accurate records to assisting in various dental procedures, ensuring top-notch patient service and care. Nitrous Oxide Management: Learn to safely administer nitrous oxide, enhancing your competencies in procedural assistance.

Dental Assisting Diploma - Careers

Career Horizons: Graduates from our Dental Assistant Program are well-equipped for diverse roles across the dental care spectrum:

Dental Offices: Engage directly with dentists and hygienists in delivering patient care and support during treatments.

Hospitals: Contribute to dental departments by managing routine and emergent dental needs.

Dental Corporations: Enter roles that span administration, supply chain management, and patient coordination within corporate dental entities.

Elevate your professional path in dental healthcare with Chattanooga College MDTC, where your career development is as important as the care you will learn to provide.

Dental Assisting Diploma Courses/Credit Hours

Course # Course Title Credit Hours
DD 101 Dental Terminology 4
DD 104 Microbiology and Infection Control 4
DD 105 Dental Materials I 4
DD 106 Dental Radiology 4
DD 185 Office Procedures-Dental 4
DD 201 Dental Assisting I 4
DD 202 Dental Assisting II 4
DD 206 Dental Clinical Procedures I 4
DD 207 Dental Clinical Procedures II 4
DD 216 Head & Neck Anatomy 4
DD 219 Nutrition/Preventive Dentistry 4
DD 230 Dental Experience 6
TOTAL DENTAL ASSISTING DIPLOMA CREDIT / HOURS 50