What are your favorite and least favorite parts of being a dental assistant?

One of the most important responsibilities of a dental assistant is to provide patient care. Patients are often nervous or uncomfortable when they visit the dentist. Dental assistants play an important role in reducing any anxiety that patients may have. You make them feel welcome in the practice, so they feel confident and at ease about receiving necessary, dentist-recommended treatment.

Dental assistants will visit patients on a regular basis to answer their questions, educate them on treatment options, and reassure them about upcoming procedures. You're with patients every step of the way, whether it's before, during, or after the appointment! Before the interview, consider your current role or internship and what you like and dislike about it. Be open about the aspects you enjoy. When it comes to your dislikes, be cautious because you do not want to give your potential new employer the impression that you are dissatisfied with your current job.

Answer: Working with the patients is my favorite aspect of the job. I understand that going to the dentist can be frightening for some people, and I enjoy the sense of accomplishment that comes from helping patients reduce their level of fear and have the most comfortable experience possible. I don't have any responsibilities or aspects of my role that I dislike.