Dental Assistants Information

Common Traits of Professional Dental Assistants
Michalis 'BIG Mike' Kotzakolios


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We all know that being in any profession that involves interaction with the public requires a certain set of skills if the working relationship is going to be a good one. This is very true with dental assistants. Many patients come to rely on the assistant as much as the dentist. This means that the truly professional assistant will possess at least three basic characteristics or traits as part of their work.

Above all else, professional dental assistants know their stuff. They are well educated in the responsibilities assigned to them, and take steps to make sure that education level remains at the top end of the spectrum. Assistants who are serious about their careers understand that continuing education is as important for them as for the dentists they work for. They will stay abreast of the latest in new equipment and other dental technology, and be able to work easily with any new advance that comes down the pike.

Second, the dental assistant that is really at the top of his or her game will know the value of building rapport with the patients. Many people are anxious about seeing any type of healthcare professional, including dentists. The assistant who can sense the mood of the patient and use various strategies to help put the patient at ease is nothing short of a gem around the office. Patients often respond positively to a friendly but professional demeanor, making the task of treating various dental situations much easier for all parties concerned.

Last, dental assistants that know how to be part of the team make a significant contribution to the atmosphere around the office. When everyone who works there feels valued and appreciated for what they do, the mood is more harmonious. This can come in very handy on busy days, and at times when there is some matter that is causing tension around the workplace. By understanding that a happy office is a productive one, the assistant can help set the example by his or her interaction with everyone from the receptionist to the billing staff. At the end of the day, everyone wins.

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