The Professional Dental Assistant Chapter 2 Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Chapter 2 Lesson 2 1 Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Learning Objectives Pronounce define and spell the Key Terms Discuss the concept of professionalism Demonstrate the characteristics of a professional dental assistant Identify the purpose of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 HIPAA Cont d Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Learning Objectives Cont d Demonstrate the personal qualities of a professional dental assistant Describe the role and purpose of the American Dental Assistants Association ADAA Describe the benefits of membership in the ADAA Cont d Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Learning Objectives Cont d Describe the role of the Dental Assisting National Board DANB Explain where to obtain information about the DANB Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Introduction A highly skilled dental assistant is a vital member of the dental healthcare team Dental assisting is a career that requires dedication personal responsibility integrity and a commitment to continuing education Cont d Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Introduction Cont d Becoming a dental assistant is more than acquiring the knowledge and developing the skills it is about becoming a professional person Professionalism is an attitude that is apparent in everything you say and do in and out of the dental office Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Characteristics of a Professional Dental Assistant Professional appearance Good grooming Good health Appropriate dress Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Fig 2 1 The dental assistant is an important member of the dental healthcare team Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Professional Appearance Clean pressed uniform Clean shoes Hair pulled back or up and out of the face Minimal jewelry Fingernails clean and short Good hygiene Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Fig 2 2 Dental assistants in professional attire for chairside procedures Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Teamwork Together Everyone Accomplishes More Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Responsibility and Initiative Arrive on time and don t leave early Volunteer to help other staff members Be willing to learn Find things to do Never discuss personal problems with patients or other staff members Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Confidentiality Everything that is said in a dental office must remain confidential Breaches of confidentiality can result in lawsuits against all involved Never reveal any information about patients Never discuss patients outside the office Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Review Your Personal Qualities How do I interact with patients Am I friendly Do I have a pleasant attitude Do I listen more than I talk Am I courteous Am I considerate respectful and kind Do I control my temper Do I try to see the other person s point of view Cont d Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Review Your Personal Qualities Cont d Am I responsible Am I dependable Am I attentive to details Am I calm in an emergency Am I responsible for my own actions Do I tend to blame others or find fault with others Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights The American Dental Assistants Association The ADAA is the organization that represents the profession of dental assisting The ADAA was formed in 1924 by Juliette A Southard Southard s vision was an educated efficient dental assistant with her own place in the profession of dentistry Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Fig 2 3 Juliette A Southard founder of the American Dental Assistants Association Courtesy of the ADAA Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Fig 2 4 The seal of the American Dental Assistants Association Courtesy of the ADAA Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Dental Assisting National Board The DANB is the agency responsible for testing dental assistants and issuing the credential of Certified Dental Assistant CDA To become a CDA you must take and pass a written examination administered by the DANB Successful completion of the DANB examination gives an assistant the right to use the credential of CDA to wear the official certification pin and to display the certificate Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Fig 2 5 Official logo of the Dental Assisting National Board Courtesy of the DANB Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Fig 2 6 Official certificate of a certified dental assistant CDA Courtesy of the DANB Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Specialty Certification The DANB also issues specialized certifications such as Certified Dental Practice Management Assistant CDPMA Certified Orthodontic Assistant COA Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Dental Assisting National Board Inc For more information contact the DANB 676 North St Clair Street Suite 1880 Chicago IL 60611 800 367 3262 800 FOR DANB Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights The Registered Dental Assistant RDA Registration is a credential issued by some states It is recognized only by the state that issued the registration A dental assistant may be a Registered Dental Assistant RDA as well as a Certified Dental Assistant CDA Each state with registration for dental assistants establishes its own requirements for RDA eligibility including education or work experience testing and continuing education Copyright 2009 2006 by Saunders an imprint of Elsevier Inc All rights Responsibilities of the Chairside Dental Assistant Primary responsibilities in this role include but are not limited to Seating and preparing for patients Charting Instituting infection control procedures Mixing and passing dental materials Assisting the dentist during procedures Ensuring patient comfort Exposing and