How do they match: Dental Assistants

  • Orthodontic Technician

  • Perform limited clinical duties under the direction of a dentist. Clinical duties may include equipment preparation and sterilization, preparing patients for treatment, assisting the dentist during treatment, and providing patients with instructions for oral healthcare procedures. May perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes.

  • Fabricate and fit orthodontic appliances and materials for patients, such as retainers, wires, or bands.
  • Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
  • Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist dentist during dental procedures.
  • Record treatment information in patient records.
  • Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.

  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Explain technical medical information to patients.
  • Fit patients for assistive devices.
  • Interview patients to gather medical information.
  • Make patient-assistive devices or device models.
  • Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
  • Teach medical procedures or medical equipment use to patients.