Dental Staff Institute Lectures at CATA

Dental Staff Institute Lectures at CATA

Dr. Woodman and Dr. Malz spent some time with CATA students in South Charlotte today giving students information on dental careers. We had a great time and the group asked some excellent questions about dentistry and what to do in high school to prepare for a career. We talked about everything from dental assisting and…

What is the DANB?

What is the DANB?

The DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) is an independent, nonprofit organization that provides certification and credentialing for dental assistants in the United States. It sets national standards for dental assisting knowledge and skills and offers various certifications to dental assistants who meet the established requirements. Here are some key points about DANB: It’s important to…

Nitrous Oxide Analgesia in Dentistry

Nitrous Oxide Analgesia in Dentistry

Since we have an upcoming Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Monitoring Course coming up, we thought we’d talk a little about the use of the gas in dentistry. Nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas,” is a commonly used sedative agent in dentistry. When administered in appropriate concentrations and under proper supervision, nitrous oxide is considered safe…

Top Ten Dental Gift Ideas for the Holidays

Top Ten Dental Gift Ideas for the Holidays

When it comes to holiday gifts for your favorite “dental” person, here are ten options that can be both practical and enjoyable. Whether it’s something practical, educational, or purely decorative, thoughtful dental gifts can be a great way to show appreciation and support for dental professionals during the holiday season. If you missed out on…

CPR Day for Our Dental Assisting School Students

CPR Day for Our Dental Assisting School Students

One of the requirements to work as a dental assistant in North Carolina is basic life support for healthcare providers. We contract with companies in Charlotte to provide this certification as part of our Model Dental Assistant training class so you will be ready to work once you graduate. The card is valid for two…

Day Three of North Carolina Dental Radiography Course

Day Three of North Carolina Dental Radiography Course

DSI students did a great job on their clinical dental radiography section. To reiterate – North Carolina now requires 8 hours of didactics and 16 hours of clinical hands on for a total of three days training. While we know it can be more expensive and inconvenient, the state will not take kindly to shortcuts…