This program is your gateway to becoming a cornerstone in the daily operations of a dental office, delivering critical support and enhancing patient care through your expertly trained capabilities.
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The Dental Assistant Degree Program at Chattanooga College MDTC offers in-depth training tailored for those aspiring to make their mark in dentistry. As a dental assistant, you will become an indispensable part of the dental practice, ensuring seamless day-to-day functions and exceptional patient interactions. This program is your gateway to becoming a cornerstone in the daily operations of a dental office, delivering critical support, and enhancing patient care through your expertly trained capabilities.
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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.
Classes combine theoretical learning with practical applications, ensuring you acquire both the knowledge and hands-on experience needed for success.
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.
Certifications: Upon completion of the program, students are prepared for the certification and licensure exams required to become certified dental assistants. The course includes detailed reviews and practical preparation for these exams, boosting confidence and readiness to meet national and state-specific requirements.
| 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 |
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