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Is there a difference between a dental hygenist and a dental assistant?

I can get an associates degree from a community college for a dental assistant, but it looks like I can get a bachelor’s from a four year. I’m just trying to do it the quickest and cheapest way, which from the looks of it would be through the community college. Does anyone know where I [...]

Dental Implants: Teeth with Titanium

Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements that are used to counter tooth loss. Arun Sharma, BDS, explores new technologies that will improve this procedure. Series: UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public [4/2009] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 15568]
Duration : 1:21:49

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How much do dental assistants make and how often do they get raises?

I know that it just depends on what state you live in. I would just like some answers from different people so I can get an idea. I am planning on going to school for dental assisting this fall. Also, is it better to have an associates degree or is the pay the same either [...]

Tooth Decay (Dental Caries)

This animation illustrates pit & fissure and interproximal tooth decay, and how to avoid getting them. It uses special visual effects, including transparent views through teeth to effectively demonstrate where problems occur and the best ways to prevent them.
Duration : 0:1:7

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How can I find a dental billing position working from home?

I am a pt dental assistant and a mom. I am interested in working pt from home doing billing for dental offices. How can I go about finding an employer?
If you’ve done a couple years of dental billing in an office, you might have a shot at it – send a letter offering [...]

Is it difficult to be accepted into a dental hygiene program at a community college?

I am planning to enroll in a dental assisting program in January. It is a 15 week program after which i will become certified. After i am certified and working as a dental assistant, how difficult is is to get accepted to a dental hygienist program at a community college? Any info you can [...]

Dental Health : How to Floss Your Teeth

When flossing the teeth, create a C effect around each tooth and down below the gums. Floss your teeth with tips from a licensed dental assistant in this free video series on dental health and oral hygiene.
Expert: Michelle McPhail
Contact: www.MySolutionz.com
Bio: Michelle McPhail is a dental tech and the office coordinator at one of the most [...]

What happens to medical and dental benefits if you’re fired and are now collecting unemployment?

What happens to medical and dental benefits if you’re fired from your job and are now collecting unemployment? I work in NY state and just want to know if I lose my medical and dental benefits if I get fired, but start collecting unemployment.
You can keep them through COBRA for a limited time but you [...]

Placement of a dental implant

Placement of a dental implant after a tooth extraction offers the best alterna…tive for tooth replacement.
Duration : 0:5:27

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How does dental insurance work if you buy it yourself, not thru an employer?

I can’t get dental insurance and I was wondering how much it cost’s to pay for it yourself. I need some work done to my teeth and I would figure that it will be expensive. If I just buy it and then go and get like 3000 dollars in work done will it [...]