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As a college student you already realize how expensive life can be. With the cost of tuition, text books, dormitory or apartment rentals and daily living expenses, the monthly expenditures can add up to a substantial sum of money. Wouldn't it be nice to find an entry level job that would provide work experience, serve as a stepping stone in your career and help to defray those expenses? If this thought interests you, then you should consider looking for an entry level job or internship as a dental assistant.

The basic function of the dental assistant is to serve as a secondary pair of hands to the dentist, taking care of menial tasks while the dentist is providing his full attention to his patients and their care. A dental assistant is usually responsible for the sterilization and disinfection of equipment, as well as seeing that all materials, patient charts and equipment are ready when the dentist enters the room. In addition to these tasks a dental assistant is also responsible for the comfort of the patient and assisting the dentist with procedures,

Since the position of an entry level dentist assistant can be filled by those with a high school diploma and a desire to learn, many entry level jobs are available with no previous experience or training required. These internship positions provide both work experience and education for those interested in the field, thus making the entry level job of the dental assistant an ideal match for the college student with an interest in dentistry. For those who wish to further their options, additional courses are available which range from four months to two years, with the two year courses providing an associates degree.