The career of a dental assistant is an extremely rewarding profession that allows, with proper education and training, one to succeed in a field that improves oral hygiene and health of others. Dental assistants work closely with the licensed dentist before, during, and after the dentist finishes his or her work. Their duties vary from multiple tasks such as seating patients, creating charts, and mixing dental materials. A dental assistant is a vital member of the dental healthcare team. They are oral healthcare professions trained to provide supportive procedures to the dentist and patient. (Adaa.org) Dentistry is one of the oldest known medical professions. It all started before 200 BC, when people actually believed that tooth decay was caused by worms. (Visual.ly) The Sumerians blamed tooth worms as the cause of any dental problem. They believed that worms made holes in teeth and hid in a person's mouth. The idea that a worm could travel through a mouth and cause so much dental pain lasted until the 1970s. In ancient Greece, Aristotle and Hippocrates wrote some stories about treating decayed teeth and extracting them to keep the pain away. (Visual.ly) Between the late 17th and 19th centuries, between 1650 and 1870, the man behind the scientific project was Pierre Fauchard. He was a French dentist and was called the "father of modern dentistry". (Explorehealthcareers.org) In 1728, Pierre Fauchard, was well known for publishing a book titled “The Natural History of Human Teeth.” In today's dental society people still use many of the procedures used in the 17th century. For example, Pierre Fauchard was the man who invented the tooth filling process and also proved that the acid comes from… half the paper; ..... and/or technical institutes. To obtain certification it is necessary to pass a certification test offered by DANB. The starting pay is average and you can make a living by being a DA receive many benefits and will also receive insurance. It is very important to stay away from the risks that you might face when working in a dental office. It is expected that in the near future In a few years the dental practice will open many jobs for dental assistants. A career as a dental assistant is a very rewarding profession, and with the right education you can create a great life for you and your family. It does not require much time for education. You are also able to work part-time, which helps with the flexibility that helps with taking on another job. Working in this career can lead to being very successful!