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10 week Dental Assistant class in Tampa, FL

EFDA Certification – Friday 10/27

Date and Time:

October 27, 2023 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Total Seats 10
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About The Classes

This is a one day course for a dental assistant who has been formally trained by a licensed dentist. Students in the weekend/night EFDA class must be able to perform all of the expanded functions in a clinical setting and pass an online exam with a grade of 80% or better to become certified.  This course has a blended format with an online study module and quiz along with a separate clinical portion in our facility.

Students attending EFDA must bring with them to the class: a 4 hole motor (slow-speed)& straight attachment, acrylic bur, safety glasses, mask and a basic set-up (mirror, explorer, air/water tip). These instruments are not provided but may be rented for $50. The instrument rental fee must be paid prior to class.

EFDA Program Objective:
To certify a dental assistant in the expanded functions procedures listed below as prescribed by the Florida Board of Dentistry.

Expanded Functions Performed:

  • Alginate Impressions Retraction Cord
  • Temporary Restorations Suture Removal
  • Periodontal Dressing Fluorides
  • Topical Anesthetic Sealants
  • Polishing Matrices
  • Dental Dams
  • Charting
  • Temporary Crown & Bridge Fabrication

 

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