{"id":102,"date":"2023-08-04T22:05:40","date_gmt":"2023-08-04T22:05:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nedentalacademy.com\/blog\/?p=102"},"modified":"2023-08-30T22:08:20","modified_gmt":"2023-08-30T22:08:20","slug":"must-ask-questions-for-your-dental-assisting-instructor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nedentalacademy.com\/blog\/?p=102","title":{"rendered":"3 Must-Ask Questions for Your Dental Assisting Instructor"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nedentalacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"a dental assistant and her instructor \" class=\"wp-image-103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nedentalacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.nedentalacademy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/image.png 592w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dental assisting is a vital and rewarding profession that plays an integral role in supporting dentists and ensuring that they\u2019re capable of providing the highest quality care to their patients. And if you\u2019re embarking on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nedentalacademy.com\/our-program.html\">journey to become a dental assistant<\/a>, one of the most influential figures in your education will be your dental assisting instructor\u2014which means you shouldn\u2019t hesitate to ask them questions throughout your training! Here are three must-ask questions to keep in mind when engaging with your dental assisting instructor.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Is This Important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowledge is power, and you should never underestimate the importance of knowing \u201cwhy\u201d something is necessary or \u201chow\u201d it\u2019s being carried out\u2014as well as how to perform it yourself. Even though you can memorize terms and methods, knowing why they\u2019re necessary will allow you to better hone your skills and perform at a much higher level. Not to mention, you\u2019ll likely be asked \u201cwhy\u201d by many of your patients. By asking it yourself during the learning process, you\u2019ll be better prepared to pass this same information along to those in need!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Am I Doing This Correctly?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not always easy to ask for help or confirmation that you\u2019re doing something correctly\u2014but when working as a dental assistant, you\u2019ll be expected to know <em>exactly<\/em> how to perform various tasks. Your instructors are there to provide you with feedback, so you shouldn\u2019t hesitate to ask them for help or specific instructions on how to improve your performance or technique. By refining your skills along the way, you aren\u2019t just ensuring your future job performance; you\u2019re boosting your confidence in your abilities!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Should I Do to Land My First Job?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s natural to wonder how your first job as a dental assistant will suddenly appear; sometimes an internship can turn into something more permanent, while other times, it\u2019ll take a little bit of effort after you\u2019ve graduated. While no one knows the exact answer for how to land your first job, a good place to start is by asking your instructor\u2014after all, they were likely once in your shoes! They\u2019ll often be able to shed some light on things like upcoming job fairs and networking events you can attend, and they might even be able to point you in the direction of an open position. But in any case, it never hurts to ask while strengthening your pool of mentors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental assisting instructor is one of the best assets at your disposal during your journey to becoming a skilled and successful dental assistant. By asking thoughtful questions, you can gain insights that will provide you with a rock-solid foundation moving forward with your career!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at the NE Dental Academy, we\u2019re ready to provide aspiring dental assistant students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to excel in their new careers. If you have any questions about the article, or you\u2019d like to request additional information, feel free to contact us <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nedentalacademy.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> today or over the phone: <strong>(508) 392-5314.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental assisting is a vital and rewarding profession that plays an integral role in supporting dentists and ensuring that they\u2019re capable of providing the highest quality care to their patients. 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