Our Dental Assisting School Blog
Why Dental Assistants Love Their Jobs
Dental assistants are some of the people who spend the most time with patients in the dental office. Not only do they assist the dentist during treatment, but dental assistants also enrich the lives of others by looking after their oral health. Whether you're in...
Is Dental Assisting School Worth It In 2022?
Thinking about becoming a dental assistant? Our dental assisting students know firsthand how fulfilling a new career as a dental assistant is. Not only do they hit the ground running by working along chair side with real dentists, but they are also able to locate...
4 Reasons Dental Assistants Are Essential To Every Practice
Every dental practice is made up of various dental team members. Most have an office manager, front desk staff, dental hygienists, and of course, at least one dental assistant. It's not uncommon for an office to have many dental assistants on staff, depending on the...
How To Prepare For Dental Assisting School
Are you considering a career as a dental assistant? Dental assisting is a fulfilling career where you always get to see new people, learn new things, and help others. And attending the right dental assisting program is the first step to becoming a dental...
How to Choose the Right Dental Assistant School
Looking for dental assistant schools in Washington or Oregon? Depending on which state you're in, dental assisting programs and their dental accreditation status will differ from one to the next. Understanding your dental assistant education requirements will get you...
How To Become A Dental Assistant
Are you interested in becoming a dental assistant? If you have amazing interpersonal skills and are looking for more than just administrative work or scheduling appointments, being a dental assistant is an extremely rewarding experience. Jobs for dental...
What Does a Dental Assistant Do?
Are you curious about a career in dental assisting? If you're intrigued by dental procedures or the dental office in general, then working as a dental assistant may be an excellent calling. Responsibilities of a Dental Assistant Dental assistants are an integral part...
The Power of Hands-on Training for Dental Assistants
More and more people are discovering the benefits of hands-on education to prepare for this fast-growing industry of dental assisting. Hands-on training allows dental assistants in training who have never been exposed to dentistry before to learn how to perform all...
Everything You Need to Know About Pursuing a Dental Assistant Career!
Do You Have a Dental Dream? Are you feeling stuck and unfulfilled in your current job? You're not alone. Statistics show that, on average, people change careers six times during their life— often because they feel unfulfilled or unsatisfied in their current job. But...
Rooted in the Present, Growing for Tomorrow.
Since 2008, Radiance Dental Assisting Academy has helped hundreds of students pursue their dreams and excel in the dental field. Now, we continue to be the leading dental school in the Portland and Vancouver metro area and we have some exciting news! Reaching New...
Thinking About a Career Change? How Will Your Life Improve?
Are you living your best life? Or do you feel like you’re just treading water — or worse, falling behind and not reaching the goals you’ve set for yourself? Do you find satisfaction in your career? Or are you just working another job, worried about your future and...
Questions to Ask Instructors During a Dental Assisting Program
If you’re thinking about pursuing a career as a Dental Assistant, have you thought about how to get the most bang for your buck? The best and most successful students at Pacific Northwest Dental Assisting School in Vancouver have one thing in common: They ask great...
Should You Attend Dental Assistant School Online?
It’s well known: Dental Assisting is a fast-growing field with lots of possibilities. Many people see it as a great opportunity to find a challenging and rewarding career, instead of just looking for another low-paying dead-end job. If you’re interested in a career as...
Why is There Demand for Dental Assistants?
By the year 2026, employment opportunities for Dental Assistants will increase by nearly 20%. Why such a dramatic increase? Let’s look at the factors that will lead to this increased demand for Dental Assistants, as well as why joining this fast-growing and in-demand...
A Guide for Graduates: How to Get Your First Dental Assisting Job
We often get questions from new students in our Dental Assistant program about they can expect after graduating. Yes, you’ll walk away with the knowledge, skills, and even hands-on experience needed to jumpstart your Dental Assisting career, but where do you go from...