Responsibilities

• Assistants hand instruments and materials to providers and keep patients' mouths dry and clear by using suction or other necessary devices. 
• Assistants help sterilize and disinfect instruments and equipment, prepare trays of instruments for dental procedures, and instruct patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
• Assist in note taking and updating patient dental records.
• Provide culturally competent care to diverse patients.
• These are the main responsibilities, but there will be other duties as well. All of this is completed in a team environment! CLD team members are patient and organized so that they smoothly sort out potential obstacles in a timely manner, creating a calm environment for the patients, the team and yourself!