9.5 Chapter Conclusion
Brandon Censon MPH, CPH, RRT-NPS, CPFT, CPT
Summary
In this chapter, we have explored several dental health careers that significantly impact an individual’s overall oral health and wellness. The educational requirements for these careers range from on-the-job training to earning an associate or bachelor’s degree.
Hopefully, the content of this chapter has introduced you to careers you may not have considered before and perhaps even sparked your interest in researching a career that resonates with you.
Review Questions
- ____________________ assist the dental care team in a variety of procedures and engage in some of the administrative tasks needed in a dental office.
- ____________________ are responsible for implementing the dental care plan and performing various dental procedures.
- ____________________ make, fit, and repair partial dentures for patients.
- ____________________ are partners in the dental care team. They clean teeth, perform simple extractions, and work primarily in rural areas or where there are underserved populations.
- True or False: Dental assistants can work in a variety of settings, including independent dental practices, hospital-based clinics, and specialty clinics.
- Which dental professional plays an integral role in assisting the dentist with various dental procedures?
- Which dental professional would you prefer to work as and why? Explain your answer by identifying the care provided and how that connects with your experiences or values.
- True or False: Another term for tartar is plaque.
- Which of the following is NOT a typical setting in which a dental hygienist works:
- Hospital
- Private dental office
- Public health setting
- Correctional institution
- ____________________ is the credential that a dental hygienist earns upon completing the required education and credentialing exam.