More on the Pit & Fissure article from May/June journal. (Association Bulletin).The chart published in this article reviewed states permitting dental assistants dental assistant n. A person trained to assist a dentist with clinical and administrative procedures. to apply sealant Sealant A thin plastic substance that is painted over teeth as an anti-cavity measure to seal out food particles and acids produced by bacteria. Mentioned in: Tooth Decay sealant see bone sealant. and whether or not they required education. We heard from some readers that their state was not included--Texas, for instance. While the chart was accurate when prepared it may not have reflected timely changes, and so we urge all readers to check with their state dental dental /den·tal/ (den´t'l) pertaining to a tooth or teeth. den·tal adj. 1. Of, relating to, or for the teeth. 2. Of, relating to, or intended for dentistry. authority to determine up-to-the-minute up-to-the-min·ute adj. Constituting or including the very latest information: an up-to-the-minute news bulletin. up-to-the-minute Adjective status on whether dental assistants are permitted to place sealant and what education may be required. |
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