Dental Assistant Organizations American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA) The American Dental Assistants Association is the national professional organization for dental assistants. Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) The Dental Assisting National Board provides information on certification.  Dental Assistant Terms and Definitions Endodontics Root canal treatment. Extraction The process or act of removing a tooth or tooth parts. Group Practices Practices with two or more dentists. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Removal of teeth and correction of facial deformities. Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Straightening teeth with braces or other appliances. Pediatric Dentistry Treatment of children’s teeth. Periodontics Treatment of gum problems. Radiograph An image produced by projecting radiation, as x-rays, on photographic film. Commonly called x-ray. Scaling Removal of plaque, calculus, and stains from teeth. Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) The Dental Assisting National Board provides information on certification. Solo Dental Practices Practices with only one dentist. Sutures Stiches used to repair an incision or wound. Continue to Dental Assistant Schools.  |
