Assisting patients with maintain good oral health and appearance is their main role. In some cases, dentists are known to be self-employed and for making a lot of money. In order to get into this field, you will have to go though lots of training. You can begin getting prepared for this field while you're still in high school.
While you're in high school, consider taking classes that are useful in the medical field, such as science and math classes, including anatomy, chemistry and biology. You can also take AP (Advanced Placement) courses because they can help get college credits before you graduate from high school.
Before you begin taking this field seriously, you will need to ensure that it's the right career path for you. You can shadow a dentist for a day to see what the day is like in this field. They can also give you their own perspective on the pros and cons of the field. Feel free to ask any questions as well.
If you liked your day of job shadowing a dentist you may want to take up a career in dentistry. You won't have to obtain any special training to become a dental assistant. You may even be able to work after school hours.
You will need to enroll in an accredited dental camp or mentoring program. After you complete your college education, you will need to enroll in a dentist school. Once you graduate, you'll need to become board certified, then you will be ready to go into your new career.
