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AA-005 - Envisioning the Future of Dental Assisting

Monday, March 10, 2025

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM EST

Location: Maryland B, Ballroom Level

CE: 1

Keyword: Advocacy (AA)
SoTLFest Designation: No
LIAA Designation: No

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Hanna Aronovich, B.A., CAE, PMP

Dental Assisting National Board

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Katherine Landsberg, B.A.

Dental Assisting National Board

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Jen Hawley Price, M.S., M.A.S.

Dental Assisting National Board

The dental assisting profession has reached a pivotal moment. The shortage of qualified dental assistants has lasted years and shows no signs of improving. It’s time for the dental community to envision a new path forward. This session shares insights from several research projects and presents a picture of the potential future of dental assisting, including recommendations from the Dental Assisting Professional Model Workgroup, a collaborative initiative of dental professionals across the field. During this session, educators are encouraged to engage in discussion and learn how they can be at the forefront of evolution for the dental assisting profession.

Learning Objectives:

Examine the current landscape of dental assisting requirements across the country.
Calculate the financial impact of dental assistants on the dental practice.
Summarize the proposed professional model for dental assistants.