Exciting Dental Assistant Opportunities
Dental assistants in the
Work Environment
Almost all dental
How to Become a Dental Assistant
There are several possible paths to becoming a dental assistant. Some states require assistants to graduate from an accredited program and pass a state exam. In other states, there are no formal educational requirements.
Pay
The median annual wage for dental assistants was $34,500 in May 2012.
Job Outlook
Employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 25 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. Ongoing research linking oral health and general health will likely continue to increase the demand for preventive dental services.
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