Pediatric Dental Assistant - Joplin Children's Dentistry
Lumio Dental - Apply today, and we'll light the way!
We're a dental partnership organization dedicated to preserving the integrity of private practice. We currently serve patients in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. Looking for a dental home that values you, your time, and your future? We're happy you found us!
Our Ideal Pediatric Dental Assistant
YOU! Whether you have experience or are a new student looking for your first opportunity, Lumio has a place for YOU. Our ideal Pediatric Dental Assistant is warm and friendly to patients of all ages, is comfortable being shoulder-to-shoulder with doctors, and delivers exceptional chairside care for our pediatric patients.
A day in the life of a Pediatric Dental Assistant
Expose digital diagnostic X-Rays
Record clinical findings and treatment information in patient records
Take and record medical and dental histories and vital signs of patients.
Clean teeth, using dental instruments including toothbrush and prophy cup
Apply fluoride varnish, Sealants, and SDF
Instruct patients in oral hygiene and plaque control programs.
Pour, trim, and polish study casts.
Assist in consults and treatment of tongue and lip ties on infants and children
Assist chairside with nitrous while utilizing behavior guidance techniques
Assist chairside during IV Sedation
Assist in the hospital for general anesthesia surgery cases
Maintain a daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedule
Cement stainless steel crowns, and space maintainers**
Fill and finish restorations**
**Competitive Salary & More **