WELCOME TO BLOOMINGTON MODERN SCHOOL OF DENTAL ASSISTING
At Bloomington Modern School of Dental Assisting, we are committed to spirited learning, growth and professional development. We empower our students to ask insightful questions, explore disciplinary boundaries, and confront conventional ways of thinking. We invite you to learn more about Bloomington Modern School of Dental Assisting and discover an education built for you.
LEARN ABOUT US
Committed to Excellence
The transformative learning experiences at Bloomington Modern School of Dental Assisting are designed to help our students grow both in and out of the classroom. With class hours being flexible students can continue working while going to school. Established in 2019, Bloomington Modern School of Dental Assisting is located in Bloomington Illinois and reflects the vibrant energy of the area. Our passionate and skilled team members are here to help students become successful professionals and make an impact on the world. Are you ready to reach your potential? Join us!
WHAT IS A DENTAL ASSISTANT?
A dental assistant is a dental health professional who works closely with and under the supervision of a dentist. They work with patients by performing tasks before and after the dentist meets with the patient as well as assist the dentist during certain dental procedures. Some tasks include the following:
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Pass instruments and supplies to the dentists
Use suction devices to keep patients mouth clear and dry
Prepare materials
Set-up and sterilize instruments and equipment
Remove sutures
Prepare dental charts
Apply topical anesthetics
Apply bleaching agents and fissure sealants
Remove stained and soft deposits from the clinical crown of a tooth
Selection and placement of matrix bands during amalgam and composite resin restoration
Placement of dental dams
Fluoride placements
Take digital dental x-rays
Take impressions of patients teeth
Obtain patients’ medical history
Obtain blood pressure and pulse
Provide instructions on oral care
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WHAT IS THE CURRICULUM?
The Dental Assisting Curriculum is an instructional program providing a 13-week Dental Assisting Course consisting of 78 hours of lecture/lab and a 50-hour externship with a practicing dentist. The program utilizes a hands-on educational approach. The course includes lectures on fundamentals of general dentistry and the basic skills, knowledge and technical proficiency necessary to assist the dentist in the various operative procedures performed in a dental clinic. Completion of the program will allow the student to have enough training to qualify for an entry level position in a dental office.
WHERE CAN I WORK?
In addition to traditional dental practices, dental assistants have the opportunity to work in specialty areas, such as:
Oral and maxillofacial surgery: Removal of teeth and correction of facial deformities
Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics: Straightening teeth with braces or other appliances
Endodontics: Root canal treatment
Periodontics: Treatment of gum problems
Prosthodontics: Replacement of lost teeth
Pediatric dentistry: Treatment of children
JOB OUTLOOK
Employment of dental assistants is projected to grow 11 percent from 2020 to 2028, much faster than the average for all occupations. The aging population and ongoing research linking oral health and general health will lead to continued increases in the demand for preventive dental services.
HOW MUCH IS THE SCHOOL TUITION?
Please contact us for questions about tuition and class start dates.
Our Mission
To develop leaders in dental assisting who will challenge the present and enrich the future of the dental profession.
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