Dental Assistant Course

The following subjects are covered in depth from both a didactic and practical clinical experience. Hands-on training with all the equipment, instrumentations and materials are used in our state-of-the-art practicing dental office. All students receive more than 8 hours of instruction in radiology.

I. Dental Theory and Terminology

1. Dental and oral anatomy, tooth numbering system
2. Instrument nomenclature and identification of all aspects of general dentistry
3. Dental terminology
4. Equipment operation, chair positioning, assistant equipment usage

1. Instrument transfer techniques, chair-side assisting and suctioning
2. Chair-side doctor-patient-assistant positioning
3. Tub and tray systems
4. Use of instruments and materials in assisting for:
   1. Operative dentistry
   2. Oral surgery
   3. Crown and bridge
   4. Endodontics
   5. Periodontics
   6. Pedodontics
   7. Orthodontics
5. Hand piece care and maintenance

1. Approved Radiographer Program: We are excited to announce that NODAA had been approved by the Ohio State Dental Board as a Dental Assistant Radiographer Program. You will now receive your radiographer license as part of your NODAA curriculum. No longer do you have to go elsewhere for additional training. That saves time and money. Be sure to ask us for more details.
2. X-ray theory and technique, use of RInn Holders and other methods
3. Intraoral, bitewing, panoramic, and endodontic exposure methods
4. Developing x-rays using the automatic processor
5. X-ray safety and precautions

1. Impression materials and practice in their use: aliginates, rubber base, etc.
2. Wax bites, counter impressions
3. Model pouring and trimming

1. Sterilization theory and terminology, autoclave operation
2. Instrument and equipment sterilization/disinfection
3. Treatment room disinfection and asepsis techniques

NODAA will effectively train you in:

1. Dental Anatomy
2. Infection Control, Disease Transmission and Pathology
3. Use of Dental Equipment
4. Dental Instruments and their Uses
5. Treatment Room Procedures
6. Taking Dental Radiographs (x-rays)
7. Pharmacology
8. Dental Terminology

Course Instructor, Lynda demonstrates a proper X-Ray position for the first graduating class of NODAA.

During the second session at NODAA, Megan practices suction on Wanda as School Director, Mindy looks on.

During the first class session, Julie prepares a toffelmire retainer while course instructor, Vanessa prepares charting homework