Dental Assisting National Board (DANB)Now entry-level dental assistants can earn DANB certification with DANB's new National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA. Dental Assisting. Dental Assistants who do not make x-rays or monitor nitrous oxide conscious sedation are not required to register with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE). There are three types of dental assistants recognized by the TSBDE. A definition for each type of dental assistant is provided below. Dental Assistants who do not make x-rays, monitor nitrous oxide conscious sedation, apply pit and fissure sealants or perform coronal polishing are not required to register with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE). There are three types of dental assistants recognized by the TSBDE. A definition for each type of dental assistant is provided below. A Qualified Dental Assistant is a dental assistant who has received on-the-job training or instruction through a dental assisting school or has been employed and trained by a licensed dentist. The TSBDE does not issue a certificate for this level of training or instruction. If a qualified dental assistant wants to make x-rays in Texas they must complete a TSBDE-approved Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Course. A Registered Dental Assistant is a dental assistant who has successfully completed the state-level registration process with the TSBDE to hold a Texas RDA Certificate which will legally permit the assistant to make x-rays in Texas. Dental Assistants who successfully register with the TSBDE and hold the Texas RDA Certificate may use the credential 'Registered Dental Assistant' or 'RDA'. An RDA Certificate must be displayed where x-rays are made. A Certified Dental Assistant is a dental assistant who meets the education and/or experience requirements established by the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB). This requires an assistant to take a course and pass the DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Examination (including Radiation Health and Safety (RSH), Infection Control (ICE) and national-level General Chairside (GC) component(s). The assistant must also hold a current CPR Card. Holding this certification requires a yearly renewal fee and continuing education. Dental Assistants who hold a CDA Card issued by DANB may use the 'Certified Dental Assistant' or 'CDA' credential behind their name. Who Needs to Register with the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE)? Dental Assistants who make x-rays in Texas must register with the TSBDE.• I have made x-rays while working as a dental assistant in Texas or in another state. If this applies to you, you must take an RDA Course given by a TSBDE-approved RDA Course Provider then register with the TSBDE. Once you hold a TSBDE RDA Certificate and display your certificate where you work you may begin making x-rays. The TSBDE does not recognize a RDA Certificate issued by another state. • I have never made x-rays while working as a dental assistant. Select the one that applies to you: • Under the direct supervision of a Texas licensed dentist, you may legally make x-rays for one year from the date you begin your employment as a dental assistant. Before this first year of employment ends you will need to take and pass a RDA Course given by a TSBDE-approved RDA Course Provider then register with the TSBDE to continue making x-rays. • OR • Before you begin employment as a dental assistant you may take and pass an RDA Course given by a TSBDE-approved RDA Course Provider then register with the TSBDE. Once you hold a TSBDE RDA Certificate and display your certificate where you work you may begin making x-rays. • I have never worked as a dental assistant and never made x-rays in Texas or any other state. If this applies to you, you must take an RDA course given by a TSBDE-approved RDA Course Provider then register with the TSBDE. Once you hold a TSBDE RDA Certificate and display your certificate where you work you may begin making x-rays. • I earned a Certificate of Completion at a Dental Assisting School in Texas or another state. If this applies to you, you must take an RDA course given by a TSBDE-approved RDA Course Provider then register with the TSBDE. The TSBDE does not recognize an x-ray certificate issued by another state board. Once you hold a TSBDE RDA Certificate and display your certificate where you work you may begin making x-rays. • I hold a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Card issued by the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB). If you are currently paying an annual renewal fee for this credential and completing twelve (12) Continuing Dental Education credits to maintain your DANB CDA Card you must take the online for DANB CDAs then apply for the RDA Certificate with the TSBDE. • The TSBDE will only accept a RDA Course Completion Document issued by one of the approved course providers listed below. • Courses are offered online and in a classroom setting and generally last 8 to 16 hours long. • Each Course Provider charges a different fee. Course fees are collected by the course provider. • Study materials are provided by the RDA Course Provider. • Course Providers maintain a copy of your course results for two years. Keep a copy of your results for your records. You must have a e-mail account and be prepared to create a personal password so you can log-in later to renew this RDA registration. Use the link at the bottom of this page to Apply Online. Read the instructions carefully. Military applicants cannot apply online. Create your online account and apply for your new license. Answer the questions and make your payment online. You can pay by credit card or debit card. You will receive an email with a copy of your Online RDA Application and your Online Payment Summary receipt. Print a copy of these two documents. Mail the following documents to the TSBDE at 333 Guadalupe Street, Suite 3-800, Austin, Texas 78701 to complete your registration:• Copy of your Online Application and Online Payment Summary receipt. • Copy of your RDA Course Completion Document. • A 2x2 passport photo. • Proof of current Basic Life Support (BLS) cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. • Copy of your driver's license, naturalization papers, or passport. • Copy of your DANB Card (if you hold this card). If you are submitting a DANB card, please note you are also required to complete the. The assessment must have been taken within the year prior to submitting your application. • National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) Self-Query Report. The report results must remain in the original sealed envelope and be attached to your Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Application to the TSBDE. NPDB self-query reports are valid for 60 days. You may contact the NPDB at (800) 767-6732. • If you have previously held a Dental Assistant permit and are reapplying due to the permit having been canceled, you must also submit the American Association of Dental Boards (AADB) self-query report. This report must remain in the original sealed envelope. You may download the Self-Query Report form from. Check Your Mail. A letter will be mailed to you telling you how much you must pay to activate your new RDA Certificate. It will also tell you where to pay this fee online and what your future RDA Certificate Number will be. Pay your Initial Renewal Fee Online to Receive Your RDA Certificate. Once this fee is paid online your new RDA Certificate will be printed and mailed to you. Your first certificate will be valid for 6 to 18 months. You must renew your certificate before it expires every year. Applying for your RDA Certificate.• Fill out the RDA Application. Effective May 1,2017 the current application must be submitted. Previous versions will not be accepted. • In front of a Notary Public, sign your RDA Application. • Ask the Notary Public to fill out the bottom portion of the RDA Application. Make a Copy of your enter application package for your records. Mail the following to the TSBDE:• Your RDA Application and Fee. Please make sure you are sending the current version of the application. Previous versions will not be accepted. • A copy of your RDA Course Completion Document. • A 2x2 passport photo • Copy of your current Basic Life Support (BLS) cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. • Copy of your driver's license, naturalization papers, or passport. • Copy of your DANB Card (if you hold this card). • Original National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) Self-Query Report. The report results must remain in the original sealed envelope and be attached to your Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Application to the TSBDE. NPDB self-query reports are valid for 60 days. You may contact the NPDB at (800) 767-6732. • If you have previously held a Dental Assistant permit and are reapplying due to the permit having been canceled, you must also submit the American Association of Dental Boards (AADB) self-query report. This report must remain in the original sealed envelope. You may download the Self-Query Report form from. Check Your Mail for your letter on how to pay to activate your new RDA Certificate. Pay Your Initial Renewal Fee Online to Activate your RDA Certificate. The letter you receive in the mail will tell you your future RDA Number, the fee you need to pay to activate your RDA Certificate and the website address you need to visit to pay your fee. Receiving your RDA Certificate. After your Initial Renewal Fee is paid your RDA Certificate will be printed and mailed to you at the address you provided on your RDA Application. If you have moved, please send an email to the TSBDE with your primary mailing address.• TSBDE Licensing Specialists process applications in the order received. Your payment will be processed before your application is reviewed. The estimated processing turnaround time is 6 to 8 weeks. Applicants with a criminal history or disciplinary action may expect a longer processing time. • Incomplete applications cannot be processed until all documents are received and payments made. Should the TSBDE receive an incomplete application package, you will be notified in writing of any missing materials. • Please allow six weeks before you email the TSBDE requesting a status of your application. • If you change your address after submitting your application, email the TSBDE immediately and provide your full name, the type of application you mailed to the TSBDE, the last four (4) numbers of your Social Security Number and your new mailing address. • Fees are non-refundable. • Two fees are required for an RDA Registration in Texas. An Application Fee and an Initial Renewal Fee needed to activate the newly issued license. Military Active Duty, Veterans, and Military Active Duty Spouse applicants are not required to pay these fees. • The Initial Renewal Fee is a one-time prorated activation fee based on the month the TSBDE received your application and the last day of your birth month going forward. This window can range from 6 to 18 months. If your birth month is within 6 months of the date the TSBDE receives your application, one year will be added to your future expiration date. • When your application has been processed you will be assigned an expired RDA Registration Number. • You will receive a letter in the mail giving you instructions on how pay your Initial Renewal Fee required to activate your RDA Certificate. You should pay this fee within 30 days of the date listed on the letter. Once your fee has been paid the status of your license number will update to “Active” and your new certificate will be mailed to you within 7-10 business days. • A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is required to notify the TSBDE of any change of address within 60 days. This includes a Work Address or Home Address. Changes may be emailed to the TSBDE or mailed to the TSBDE using the Change of Address Form. • An RDA should notify the TSBDE which address (Work or Home) is their primary mailing address. This will help ensure all mailings from the TSBDE are received by the licensee. • The primary mailing address will be displayed online to the public. • During your first year of licensure you are exempt from completing Continuing Education (CE). After you pay your first yearly renewal fee you should begin collecting CE hours. • An RDA Certificate expires every year on the last day of the month you were born in. • A reminder post card will be mailed to you approximately 45 days before your certificate expires. • Your post card is mailed to the last known address the TSBDE has on file for you. The Mission of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners The Mission of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners is to protect the public health and safety and promote high quality and safe dental care by providing enforcement, licensing, peer assistance, and related information services to licensees and their patients.• The Dental Laboratory Certification Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, 2017 has been CANCELED! We will post details here when it is rescheduled. • The Licensing Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. • The Dental Practice Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, June 1, 2017 from 11:30 a.m. • The TSBDE Board will hold a meeting on Friday, June 2, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. The agenda will be posted soon. This year new dental school and dental hygiene school graduates will have the opportunity to come to one of our Licensing Expo days to get their license application approved on-the-spot! Applicants will need to bring in the required documentation. Please note that you must check-in by 3:30 p.m. To get same day approval. For more information and a checklist of items to bring with you click on one of these links: For more information about the Prescription Monitoring Program and requirements for dentists who prescribe controlled substances, The following licenses have been temporarily suspended by an executive committee of the Board pursuant to Section 263.004 of the Texas Occupations Code: (now Revoked) Steps to Apply Online • You will need to create an online account before you can fill out the application. You will need a valid e-mail address to register your secure online account, and this e-mail address will become your User ID. • A temporary password will be sent to the e-mail address you use to register your secure online account, and you will be asked to select a new password when you first attempt to login. If you do not receive your temporary password within 30 minutes, please check that it was not marked as spam and sent to your spam inbox. You must enter the temporary password exactly as it appears in the e-mail. • Once you are logged into your online account you need to select 'Apply for a New License.' • If you have difficulty with making your payment online please contact Texas.gov at 1-800-399-2969. • An active e-mail account. • Your Social Security Number. • Your Date of Birth. • Your Zip Code. Error Messages Click here to read a list of common errors and who to contact for help. If you receive an error message during your online session please contact the Health Professions Council Help Desk. The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners certifies that it maintains the information for the license verification functions of this website, performs daily updates to the website and considers the website to be a secure, primary source for license verification. This data is managed solely by employees of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. Website visitors cannot edit or modify information viewable on this site. Use the link below to verify a Licensee or Registrant's current license status and view any public actions taken by the Board against a licensee or registrant. All disciplinary actions and remedial plans can now be found using this search function. You may also verify a license through the. There are four optional certifications a dental assistant may apply for that issued by the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE): This certificate legally permits a dental assistant to make x-rays in the State of Texas. To qualify for this certificate a dental assistant must successfully pass a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Course given by a TSBDE-approved RDA Course Provider. Once the assistant successfully passes an RDA Course they may apply to the TSBDE for a RDA Certificate. An RDA Certificate must be displayed in the area where x-rays services are provided. This certificate legally permits a dental assistant to apply Pit and Fissure Sealants under the supervision of a Texas licensed dentist. To qualify for this certificate a dental assistant must successfully pass a TSBDE-approved course on Pit and Fissure Sealants. Once the assistant has successfully passed the Pit and Fissure Sealant Course they may apply for the TSBDE Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate. A Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate must be displayed where sealant services are provided. This certificate legally permits a dental assistant to perform Coronal Polishing in the State of Texas under the supervision of a Texas licensed dentist. To qualify for this certificate a dental assistant must successfully pass a TSBDE-approved course on Coronal Polishing. Once the assistant has successfully passed the Coronal Polishing Course they may apply for the TSBDE Coronal Polishing Certificate. A Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate must be displayed where coronal polishing services are provided. This certificate legally permits a dental assistant to monitor nitrous oxide under the direct supervision of a Texas licensed dentist. To qualify for this certificate a dental assistant must successfully pass a TSBDE-approved Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Course. Once the assistant has passed this course they may apply for the TSBDE Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certificate. This certificate must be displayed where the dental assistant provides monitoring services. THIBADEAU, R.D.A., C.D.A., B.A. OVERVIEW As of September 1, 2006 the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners is requiring that Dental Assistants attend a course to prepare them to pass an examination. The examination will cover the three main topics of Jurisprudence, Infection Control, and Radiology, which will be offered at the end of each module. This course is intended to provide sufficient information to permit dental assistants to gain knowledge and understanding of the critical concepts associated with each of these areas of registration in order to facilitate success at the time of examination. Participation in the course requires that you: • online with the our secured server. • Pay a $ 65.00 registration fee. • Paying With A Credit Card – Once you complete your registration, an email will automatically be sent to you, at the address you provided, containing your User Code and Password and link to a Logon Session page to begin the course. • Not Paying With a Credit Card – Once our office receives your form of payment, the following business day an email will be sent to you, at the address you provided, containing your User Code, Password and a link to a Logon Session page to begin the course • Additional Course Information: • Each module will be followed by a timed examination, Jurisprudence – 15 questions, Infection Control – 10 questions and Radiology – 25 questions. • Once you successfully complete the chapter quiz you may move on to the next chapter. Each quiz will be graded and you will see your results instantaneously. • You will have one month to complete the course. • Once you begin the course, you will have the ability to Log Out and Log In. This may only be done during a presentation not during an examination. Examinations cannot be paused once started. Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive an electronic verification for 8 hours of didactic continuing dental education credit. Print this verification document and save for your reference – follow the prompts allowing you to print the certificate. Your next step would be to fill out and mail in an “Application for Dental Assistant Registration” to the State Board in order to complete the registration. This form can be located on the Board's website:. Before mailing in the application, be sure to complete the form by attaching all the requested information, such as a copy of your completion certificate, a copy of your active CPR card, etc. Please note: There is an application fee that must be included, made payable to the State Board, for processing this application. If you have any questions regarding the application, please address them to the State Board at (512) 463-6400. On behalf of the Office of Continuing Dental Education, congratulations and the best of luck in your career. You need to have Adobe Flash installed and running in your web browser. If you can see the Installation Complete message above, you're ready. If not, just follow the instructions for installation. Course Table of Contents: Module I: Jurisprudence • Purpose of the Texas Dental Practice Act • State Board Rules • Purpose and structure of the State Board of Dental Examiners • Provisions for licensure • Regulations for Dental Auxiliaries • Professional Conduct • Minimum Standard of Care Module Exam Module II: Infection Control • CDC Infection Control Guidelines • Infection Control Rules of the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners • Hand hygiene • Alcohol based hand rubs • Sterilization techniques • Sterilization vs. Disinfection • Spore testing • Instrument processing • Instrument wrapping • Surface disinfection • Medical waste • Dental unit waterline disinfection Module Exam Module III: Radiology • Radiographic principles and theory • Normal Anatomy • Technique and processing error recognition for intraoral and panoramic radiographs • Radiation biology • Protection • Risk assessment • Aseptic techniques for dental radiology • Quality assurance principles and procedures Module Exam You must be a registered dental assistant to take dental X-rays in Texas. Creatas Images/Creatas/Getty Images Unanswered Questions• Can a registered dental assistant use a hand piece and polishing stone? • Do I have to be a rda for two years before becoming a cda? • How do I change my name on a degree? • Do you have to have a ged in Texas? Ask a Question• • • • If this question (or a similar one) is answered twice in this section, please click here to let us know. F R E Q U E N T L Y A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S R E G I S T R A T I O N & M E M B E R S H I P D E N T A L A S S I S T A N T S P L E D G E 'I solemnly pledge that, in the practice of my profession, I will always be loyal to the welfare of the patients who come under my care, and to the interest of the practitioner whom I serve. I will be just and generous to the members of my profession, aiding them and lending them encouragement to be loyal, to be just, to be studious. I hereby pledge to devote my best energies to the service of humanity in that relationship of life to which I Consecrated myself when I elected to become a Dental Assistant.' Charles Nelson Johnson Q: I am a Dental Assistant and I need to be registered because I take x-rays. What do I need to do? A: A Dental Assistant will need to take a and pass the required examination prior to submitting an to the SBDE for Registration. Q: I have several Dental Assistants in my office who have in the past taken the radiology exam and passed but they do not have the Jurisprudence or the Infection Control. Do they have to take the course with all three or are there available courses for the individual tests they have not taken? A: Dental Assistants who were 'Grand-fathered' prior to 1989 or who took the Radiology test as provided by the Texas SBDE prior to 2003 will no longer be listed on the Texas SBDE website. The Department of Health Radiology Certificate is considered obsolete and is no longer valid, expiring on August 31, 2007. Dental assistants who took only the Radiology Examination at Prometric are not listed with the SBDE because they did not complete the process required for application for Registration between September 1, 2004, and August 31, 2006. These Dental Assistants are not RDA's. Dental Assistants who are current CDA's only have to take the Jurisprudence Assessment.. All Dental Assistants who expose radiographs must be registered with the Texas SBDE. As of September 1, 2006, an Assistant must successfully complete a Course and exit Examination covering Radiology, Infection Control and Jurisprudence. The Certificate of completion received MUST be used to apply to the SBDE for Registration and is not meant as a training course. The Texas Administrative Code (TAC) and the SBDE Rules and Regulations provide for the objectives for the Course. -: The Dental Practice Act is published by the TSBDE, and contains portions of the Texas Occupations Code relevant to the dental professional.: The Texas Administrative Code is a compilation of all state agency rules in Texas. Texas Occupations Code (TOC): The Texas Occupations Code is a compilation of the laws enacted by the Texas Legislature. See: Texas law allows only certain organizations to apply to become Approved Providers of the Dental Assistant Course and Examination. Texas� SBDE website lists Approved Providers and the programs which are currently available. TDAA is very proud to be listed among the Approved Providers of the Course and Examination. Once the process is complete, a Dental Assistant who is a Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) will be listed publicly as an '.' SOURCE: The provisions of this �114.2 adopted to be effective effective May 10, 2004, 29 TexReg 4479; amended to be effective November 5, 2006, 31 TexReg 8834; amended to be effective February 2, 2010, 35 TexReg 635 Q: I have let my registration lapse. What do I do now? A: A Registration that has been expired for more than one year will be canceled and may not be renewed. An applicant whose Registration has been canceled must submit a new application. If it has not been (12) twelve months, the Dental Assistant may contact the SBDE for the renewal form, attest that he/she has had the required CE, copy current CPR card, pay the renewal fee and be reinstated. If it has been more than one year since the renewal was due, the Dental Assistant must take the new Course and Examination and reapply for Registration. SOURCE: The provisions of this �114.2 adopted to be effective effective May 10, 2004, 29 TexReg 4479; amended to be effective November 5, 2006, 31 TexReg 8834; amended to be effective February 2, 2010, 35 TexReg 635 Q: If I am not a �RDA� by September 1, 2006, what happens to my radiology certification issued by the SBDE dated 1989? A: Having only the Radiology Certificate will no longer satisfy the law or the rules of SBDE. Radiology Certificate holders are required to take the Course and Examination presented by an covering Radiology, Infection Control and Jurisprudence. Radiology Certificate holders had until August 31, 2007 to come into compliance with the law. SOURCE: The provisions of this �114.2 adopted to be effective effective May 10, 2004, 29 TexReg 4479; amended to be effective November 5, 2006, 31 TexReg 8834; amended to be effective February 2, 2010, 35 TexReg 635 Q. Since I earned my Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) Certificate upon graduation from my school, may I send a copy of my certificate as my record? To be in compliance with the States� laws, the only Registration acceptable in Texas is one that is provided by the State Board of Dental Examiners (SBDE). Q: Will the SBDE make available a list of approved providers for the courses and examinations presented around the state after September 1, 2006? A: Yes, the State Board of Dental Examiner�s () has made available a list of Approved Providers, along with links for further information. Visit this page for comprehensive information:. What does Jurisprudence mean? Jurisprudence is a collection of rules imposed by authority. Texas Legislature passes laws concerning Dentistry and Dental Assisting. The State Board of Dental Examiners () is an agency of the Texas Government charged with creating the rules and regulations necessary to enforce those laws. SOURCE: The provisions of this �114.2 adopted to be effective effective May 10, 2004, 29 TexReg 4479; amended to be effective November 5, 2006, 31 TexReg 8834; amended to be effective February 2, 2010, 35 TexReg 635 Q: I�m a new Dental Assistant and was hired on September 30, 2010. I have been told that I will be taught how to take x-rays and that I must be registered. What is the law in regards to this? A: Newly hired inexperienced Dental Assistants will have 12 months from their date of hiring to come into compliance with the law.. Acts of the 81st Legislature Regular Session and 1st Called Sessions. Q: What is the difference between and Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) and a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)? A: A CDA usually has attended an approved school and has passed an examination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board. A CDA is required by to have twelve (12) hours of approved continued education (CE) each year and pay an annual fee to retain the credential of CDA. A RDA is required by Texas� SBDE to have at least six (6) hours of approved continuing education (CE) each year and pay an annual fee to retain the credential of RDA. If a RDA holds another certificate other than the Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certificate, they must have twelve (12) hours of CE each year and pay an annual fee to retain the credential of RDA. A Texas RDA has proved, by testing, to be competent in Radiology, Infection Control and Jurisprudence, has made application to the Texas State Board of Dental Examiner�s, and has paid a fee to the for both application and registration. A current is required to complete the Jurisprudence Assessment provided by the Texas SBDE prior to making application to the SBDE for Texas Registration. Texas JURIS Assessment Information can be found. Does TDAA sponsor continuing education (CE) courses? Yes, TDAA and its Local Components are SBDE Approved sponsors of CE Courses. One may subscribe to, TDAA�S publication for courses offered and/or attend any CE Program. More information: Providers of CE are different from providers of the Dental Assistant Course and Examination. Does TDAA offer scholarships? TDAA offers Scholarships to Student Applicants from Dental Assisting Programs; they are awarded during TDAA Annual Session, which is in May of each year. If I become a member, how do I find the closest group for Continuing Education? Current are: Q: My employer is not taking us to the state meeting this year and registration requires six (6) hours that are not home study and I do not know how I am going to get those hours. Any information you could give me would be great. A: Since September 1, 2006, the laws have changed. Currently, Registered Dental Assistants (RDA) must have at least six (6) hours of Continuing Education (CE), which can all be achieved through self-study, Interactive computer courses or lecture courses as offered AND must be given by a SBDE Approved Provider for CE and can be about any dental assistant duties (not specific). Dental Assistants who have other certifications must have up-to twelve (12) hours of CE, which can all be achieved through self-study, Interactive computer courses or lecture courses as offered AND must be given by a SBDE Approved Provider for CE and can be about any dental assistant duties (not specific). Currently, having Certification in Nitrous Oxide Monitoring does not increase the hours of required CE. More information: and other certifications.. Visit SBDE�s comprehensive page of information for and contact information. SOURCE: The provisions of this �114.2 adopted to be effective effective May 10, 2004, 29 TexReg 4479; amended to be effective November 5, 2006, 31 TexReg 8834; amended to be effective February 2, 2010, 35 TexReg 635 Q. Where can I get information about taking the nitrous-oxide monitoring examination? Please view CE Courses offered on this page: and view SBDE's website for examination and. Where can I get information to sign- up for the SBDE�s Pit & Fissure Sealant Certificate Course and take an exam? The schools that are current providers of the Pit and Fissure Sealant Course are listed on the SBDE�s page regarding. I just moved to Texas, and have been a Dental Assistant for 25 years. I was told to contact the Dental Board to be grand-fathered in but I am having trouble getting information. Texas offers no reciprocity for credentials from any other state. As of September 1, 2006, all Assistants who expose radiographs are required by law to be registered in the State of Texas. If you are new to the profession, you have up to (12) twelve months to be in compliance. Once registered, you will be given the Texas RDA Credential and will need to adhere to the In order to be legally allowed to expose Radiographs, Monitor Nitrous Oxide, Perform Orthodontic Coronal Polishing or Apply Pit & Fissure Sealants in the State of Texas one must contact Texas State Board of Dental Examiners () for information regarding education and testing. Again, the Texas Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) credential is required in Texas for Dental Assistants who expose Radiographs. The following expanded duties do require Texas State License/Certification. Taking Radiographs, Monitoring Nitrous Oxide, Performing Coronal Polishing and/or Applying Pit & Fissure Sealants. TDAA endorses educated Dental Assistants. Please check SBDE's website for these. For further information at these numbers: (Phone) 512.463.6400 (FAX) 512.463.7452 and view their website. Q: What are the requirements working as a Dental Assistant? A: There are no legal requirements in Texas for Dental Assistants, except for those Dental Assistants who expose Radiographs, Monitor Nitrous Oxide, Perform Orthodontic Coronal Polishing, or Apply Pit and Fissure Sealants. All those Assistants must have attended a course(s) and passed an examination. Courses with an exit examination must be provided by an SBDE Approved Provider and must cover the objectives set forth by rule by the SBDE. Having a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) card is also a requirement for SBDE Application. Q: Are Dental Assistants legally allowed to polish above the gumline in the state of Texas? I have been given conflicting information. A: Refer to the above question. If you have the delegated duty of polishing smooth surfaces prior to the placement of orthodontic brackets/bands OR you have the delegated duty of placement of Sealants, you MUST hold a Coronal Polishing Certificate and/or Pit & Fissure Sealant Certificate issued by the SBDE to be in compliance with Texas law. Coronal polishing is not legal for any other purpose and patients may not be charged for a prophylaxis. If you have questions, legal or otherwise, regarding Dental Assisting Certifications in Texas, please contact the and speak to their current Dental Assisting Coordinator. Texas State Board of Dental Examiners 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 3, Suite 800 Austin, Texas, Main number: 1.512.463.6400 Q: I am an orthodontic assistant, but do not take x-rays. Do I still need to be registered? A: addresses the current laws for Dental Assistants. If you do not take x-rays as part of your duties as a Dental Assistant in your current office, then, no you do not need to be registered according to the laws of the state of Texas. Choosing to have the RDA Credential would qualify you for future positions where you may wish to be employed in the future. SOURCE: The provisions of this �114.2 adopted to be effective effective May 10, 2004, 29 TexReg 4479; amended to be effective November 5, 2006, 31 TexReg 8834; amended to be effective February 2, 2010, 35 TexReg 635 Q: What if I attend a course that is not approved by SBDE? A: Not all CE Courses that are offered for Dental Assistants will have Approval. Please pay close attention when registering for CE�s, so that you will know if the course will be allowed for proof of CE with regard to your certificates, credential or Registration. And its are state components of the American Dental Assistants Association. Providers of CE are different from providers of the Dental Assistant Course and Examination. To verify that the course is approved for Dental Assistant Course and Examination, contact the. Q: I am a Dental Assistant in Minnesota and will be moving to Texas in the near future. Will my certifications be good in Texas? A: The rules and regulations for Texas Dental Assistants are unique and separate from other states' licenses. Offers no reciprocity from any state regarding Registration of Dental Assistants. Therefore, any license or certification that you may have obtained in another state is not recognized in Texas. If you are a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) through the Dental Assisting National Board (), you still have to apply to SBDE for Registration. 2 � Registration of Dental Assistants. DANB Certified Dental Assistants MUST successfully pass the JURIS Assessment and then make application to TSBDE for Dental Assistant Registration, in order to be in compliance with Texas law. It is necessary for Dental Assistants to know Jurisprudence, which applies to the dental profession in the State of Texas. Jurisprudence is the collection of rules imposed by authority. JURIS Assessment Information can be found. SOURCE: The provisions of this �114.2 adopted to be effective effective May 10, 2004, 29 TexReg 4479; amended to be effective November 5, 2006, 31 TexReg 8834; amended to be effective February 2, 2010, 35 TexReg 635 Q: I want to get some information on the insurance that is available to members. I am interested in becoming a member. A: For insurance information, membership application and fees, you may contact The National Office Phone: 312-541-1550, FAX: 312-541-1496; toll free @ 877.874.3785; E-mail: and The American Dental Assistants Association JOIN THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE DENTAL ASSISTING A PROFESSION Included in dues:,000 professional liability insurance,,000 of accidental death and dismemberment insurance, Discounts on home study continuing education courses, No Grading Fee for members, A subscription to The Dental Assistant Journal, and FREE continuing education, with only a moderate test-grading fee.. Want to learn more about member services and benefits? Or if you have a question about basic membership records - address, dues, magazine subscription, call Member Records. The staff is accessible toll free @ 877.874.3785. Becoming an ADAA/TDAA Member is a very positive step. Do I have to be a Certified Dental Assistant to become a member of TDAA? No, you do not need to be a CDA or RDA to become a member. TDAA supports Members who become CDA�s by providing Continuing Education (CE) Courses that have been given the status of DANB Approval. For DANB (CDA) Certification, only twelve (12) CE units/credits are required annually, along with current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers. TDAA and its Local Societies also provide opportunities for CE to help Dental Assistants maintain SBDE Registration and other state certifications. For Texas Dental Assistant Registration, at least six (6) CE hours are required annually, along with current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers. Presently, having other certifications may require Texas Dental Assistants to have up-to twelve (12) hours of CE annually, along with current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers. The Texas Dental Assistants Association (TDAA) and its affiliated Local Societies are components of the American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA). TDAA is also a Texas SBDE Approved Provider for Dental Assistant Registration. TDAA and its Local Societies are Texas SBDE Approved Providers of CE Courses, as well as Program Sponsors of the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Can I become just a Member of a Local Society or TDAA? No, membership is tripartite; that is, when you join you will become a member of the ADAA, the TDAA and a Local Society. If there is not a Local Society in your area, you may be designated as a State (independent) Member. If I am not a member, may I go to any meetings/CE courses that TDAA offers? Yes, you may attend any meeting of TDAA or Local Society that is available. Registration fees for seminars and meetings may be free or may be offered at a reduced rate to members. Local organizations may impose a fee to non-members attending a CE program. You have the option of subscribing to the publication and possibly to the newsletter, and attending their CE meeting(s), without becoming a member. TDAA encourages all Dental Assistants to join because of the added. How much do Dental Assistants receive in wages in Texas? What benefits should I expect? Income varies according to experience, education, abilities, and according to the local area you reside or work in. Starting average for Clinical Assistants in the D/FW metro area can be anywhere from.00 an hour as a new graduate and up to.00 an hour with experience. For example: Temporary agencies in the D/FW metro area presently pay Clinical Assistants approximately.00 -.00 an hour. Temporary agencies in West Texas pay approximately.00 an hour. Business Assistants tend to be paid monthly, anywhere from 00.00 to 00.00 per month, depending on experience. Talk with other Dental Assistants in your area or contact your local temporary agency. Employment benefits that are provided vary. There are Dentists who offer no benefits, other than Vacation and/or Holiday pay, which may begin after a period of anywhere from 30 days to one year. However, if you do find a Dentist who does offer other benefits, it is possible they may also offer: 401K plan, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses, Insurance, Continuing Education (CE) Courses, Paid Time-Off, and ADAA/TDAA Membership Dues. Resources: � Austin: 512.463.8942 Q. Where are Dental Assisting courses available? TDAA promotes Dental Assisting Courses that are accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) and have been granted the accreditation status of Approved. The Commission on Dental Accreditation is a specialized component of the American Dental Association, and is recognized by the United States Department of Education. Dental Assistant Courses are offered through Regional, State, and local Dental Conferences, as well as, private and public institutions in Texas. There are also courses offered that are non-accredited, but provide knowledge necessary to begin a Dental Assisting Career. Resources: Q. Am I required to be certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)? Yes, a current CPR Card is required. May I take CPR at my local city fire department or local parks & recreation center? Yes, you may take CPR from any Certified Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Instructor. The requirement no longer mandates a certain provider. However, the Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers must include two components: a written assessment and a hands-on demonstration of skills of Infant, Child, Adult CPR, obstructed airway and Automated External Defibrillator (AED), which is at least 4.0 hours in length. Hands-on demonstration of skills makes any online certification unacceptable. Resources: � 210.647.3549 or 210.647.1610 Q: I received a certified Dental Assistant diploma June 1, 1970 from a Dental Assisting Program, which now no longer exists. I have been working in the dental field since 1967. I am an Office Manager and basically been working front office for many years now in dental offices. My question is: Is there some sort of grandfather clause, which would allow me to become a RDA or CDA without having to take CE classes or exams? I am interested in a position outside of the dental office, which requires registered or certified. A: There are no �Grandmother/Grandfather� clauses available in the state of Texas. In order to be credentialed, one must take and pass an examination. Once one has a credential, either CDA or RDA, there are continuing education (CE) requirements to uphold and adhere to annually. Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) is a national credential and is recognized by the State Board of Dental Examiners and given by the. Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) is a state credential given by the. I work for two (2) dentists in different locations. Do I need two (2) state registration certificates? I am a receptionist for an Oral Surgeon. Do I have to be Registered? Yes, if the duties of your position require that you take any type of radiograph, you are required to be Registered by the state. I am considering hiring a Dental Assistant who is Registered. How can I determine he/she is actually currently Registered with the SBDE? The State Board of Dental Examiners (SBDE) has a list of Dental Assistants in the State of Texas who are Registered. If you have any questions not addressed above or listed on these pages: or, please contact TDAA at the below E-mail address OR Contact the: William P. Hobby Building 333 Guadalupe Street, Tower 3, Suite 800 Austin, TX 78701 1.512.463.6400 (PHONE) 1.512.463.7452 (FAX) 1.800.821.3205 (COMPLAINT HOTLINE) Email: NOTE: As time progresses this webpage will be updated as information becomes available. Last update: 06/15/16 Texas Dental Assistants Association � 20815 Magnolia Brook Lane, Cypress, TX 77433 E-mail: Students will have the option to register for the Dental Assistant Training Program and pay the total cost in two payments. This first payment will be due at the time of registration and the balance will be due prior to the start of the fifth scheduled class meeting. A.00 fee will be assessed to those that choose the two-payment option. A.00 fee will be imposed if the second payment due date is missed. Note, failing to make the second payment by the due date will be considered a withdrawal. The two-payment option can be selected on the program application. Total Due at Registration (before 1st class day): =,647.00 Total Balance Due (2nd payment) prior to fifth scheduled class meeting: =,078.00 - Late Fee Payment (if applicable): Pay late fee. Dental assistants perform clinical and administrative support functions within a dental office and are able to assume greater responsibilities with additional education and certifications. Dental assistants play a support role and perform general office duties within a private dental office or the dental department of healthcare facilities. The responsibilities of dental assistants are diverse as they become involved with direct patient care, laboratory testing, as well as routine clerical tasks. General Responsibilities of Dental Assistants:• Prepare patients for dental examination and arrange instruments. • Provide chair-side assistance to the dentist during examinations (e.g. Handing instruments to the dentist and using suction and other devices to keep the patient’s mouths dry) • Wash and sterilize or dispose of dental instruments and equipment after use. • Record patient dental history and create/update/maintain patient charts. • Educate patients with regard to proper oral hygiene and preventative dental care. • Prepare materials to fill cavities and make dental impressions. • Place dental dams to separate teeth for examination and/or x-rays. • May take and develop dental X-rays under the supervision of the dentist. As per the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (SBDE), “You are permitted to make x-rays in Texas for one year from the first day of being hired as a dental assistant under the direct supervision of a dentist. During this first year of employment you will want to consider taking one of the Dental Board-approved courses listed below to continue making x-rays in your 2nd, 3rd and future years of service as a dental assistant.” • Administer topical anesthetics to gums in preparation for root canal and other procedures and remove post-surgery sutures.. • Administers cavity-preventative materials to teeth, and removes excess dental cement used to fill cavities. • Administrative responsibilities may include scheduling patients appointments, creating and sending patient bills to insurance carriers, receive and record payments, and order needed office and dental supplies.. • Dental assistants who are given laboratory duties make casts from dental impressions and create temporary crowns. • Many states are now registering dental assistants who are then provided with additional responsibilities, such as polishing teeth and restorative procedures cavity fillings or root canal. For full details regarding the job duties that registered dental assistants (RDAs) may perform in Texas, refer to. • For an overview of Dental Assistant Rule and Regulations visit the. As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the rate of growth is expected to be 36 percent through 2018, a rate that is much faster than that for most other occupations. There are two primary factors for this rate of growth: 1) increase in population size with an accompanying increase in the demand for dental services so that dentists need to hire assistants to perform routine tasks; 2) greater emphasis on overall preventative health care, including dental care, by all age groups. According to the Commission on Dental Accreditation, there are no formal education requirements to become an entry-level dental assistant in any state and many dental assistants continue to be trained on-the-job. In these situations, the supervising dentist, dental hygienist, or senior dental assistant teach needed skills such as dental terminology, dental procedures, chairside assistance, recording patient histories, setting up patient charts, scheduling patient appointments and other office tasks. It may take a new dental assistant three to four months to become fully versed about job duties and able to work without constant supervision. If you are a high school student with an interest in becoming a dental assistant, it is recommended that you take courses in biology, chemistry, mathematics, computers, and psychology. For those wishing to pursue training in the field, of the American Dental Association accredits nearly 300 programs throughout the country. Most programs combine classroom study, laboratory work, and instruction in dental assisting practice and theory. Coursework will include fundamentals of dentistry, dental pharmacology, dental office procedures, dental anatomy and physiology, clinical dental procedures, and dental equipment. Programs within private vocational schools take about one year to complete and graduates will be awarded a certificate or diploma. Two year programs are offered in community and junior colleges and lead to an associate in science (A.S.) degree. Entry to either a certificate or associate’s program requires either a high school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED). Even those who have graduated from accredited training programs will participate in some type of formal on-the-job training or have previous experience. This training is necessary because dentists have varying work styles, office procedures, and methods of patient relations. Because of continuing advances in technology, dental assistants will also need to be kept current with regard to new equipment, instruments, and procedures. According to the Texas Board of Dental Examiners there are three levels of dental assistants: “Qualified Dental Assistant” is a dental assistant who has received on-the-job training or instruction through a dental assisting school. There is no credential for this level of training or instruction. “Registered Dental Assistant” is a dental assistant who has successfully completed the state-level registration process with the SBDE (State board of Dental Examiners). Dental Assistants who successful register and have been issued a Dental Assistant Registration Certificate by the SBDE may use the credential “Registered Dental Assistant” or “RDA”. Is required for those dental assistants who wish to take and develop X-rays. “Certified Dental Assistant” is a dental assistant who meets the education and/or experience prerequisites established by the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB). Experiential requirements are typically 2 to 4 years experience as a dental assistant on either a full or part time basis. Candidates must also passes the DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Examination (including Radiation Health and Safety (RHS), Infection Control (ICE) and national-level General Chairside (GC) component(s), is currently CPR-certified and continues to maintain the CDA credential by meeting DANB requirements. Dental Assistants who complete this process may use the credential “Certified Dental Assistant” or “CDA.” The designation Certified Dental assistant is required for those who wish to perform radiologic procedures Aside from higher salaries, certification will enable dental assistants to earn higher salaries and be eligible for such career advancement opportunities as a dental office manager, instructor in training programs, dental products sales representative, or claims processor/adjuster with health insurance carriers. Dental assistants may also return to school to become dental hygienists and be eligible for a much broader range of clinical patient care. Steps in applying for the through DANB:• Complete the application and mail or fax to with all required documentation along with the fee of 5.00. Your training program’s DANB certification number is to be recorded on the application. • For those students who are still attending their training program but scheduled to graduate within 90 days of test date, you may submit a letter attesting to upcoming program completion on official school stationary signed and dated by the program director. • Graduates of accredited programs are required to submit a copy of their final transcript or diploma. • Current CPR certificate • DANB will review once all documentation has been received. You will receive notice in about three to four weeks from the date you submit your application and supporting paperwork. If you are approved to sit for the exam DANB will send you a “Test Admission Notice” which will be necessary in order to register and enter the testing site. • Schedule the location, date, and time of the exam through the Pearsons Vue the DANB testing vendor. Specific instructions to register for the test will be sent with the “Test Admission Notice.” • Once you have completed the test you will be provided with unofficial score report subject to review by DANB. • DANB will mail the official score report about 3 to 4 weeks after the exam date. Earning of/Dental Assistant in select Texas cities. All figures as per Salary.com August 2011. Austin,273 Corpus Christi,715 Dallas,751 Fort Worth,456 Houston,587 Find the Gainful Employment Disclosure OCCUPATIONS CODE TITLE 3. HEALTH PROFESSIONS SUBTITLE D. DENTISTRY CHAPTER 265. REGULATION OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS Sec. In this chapter: (1) 'Coronal polishing' means the removal of plaque and extrinsic stain from exposed natural and restored tooth surfaces using an appropriate rotary instrument with rubber cup or brush and polishing agent, including the use of a toothbrush. (2) 'Interim treatment of a minor emergency dental condition' means treatment of a condition that: (A) arises unexpectedly; (B) causes pain or discomfort to the patient; (C) is considered reversible; (D) does not require cutting hard or soft tissue; and (E) in the opinion of the treating dentist, may be performed by a properly trained dental assistant. Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. September 1, 2009. The board may adopt and enforce rules requiring the registration of dental assistants as necessary to protect the public health and safety. Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. SUPERVISION, DIRECTION, AND RESPONSIBILITY. (a) In this subtitle, a dental assistant is under the direct supervision, direction, and responsibility of a dentist if the dentist: (1) employs the dental assistant or is in charge of the dental assistant; and (2) is physically present in the dental office when the dental assistant performs a delegated dental act. (b) For purposes of Subsection (a)(2), physical presence does not require that the supervising dentist be in the treatment room when the dental assistant performs the service as long as the dentist is in the dental office. (c) In this subtitle, a dental assistant is under the general supervision, direction, and responsibility of a dentist if the dentist: (1) employs the dental assistant or is in charge of the dental assistant; and (2) is responsible for supervising the services to be performed by the dental assistant. Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. Amended by: Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. September 1, 2009. PERMITTED DUTIES.
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