Coughing, sneezing, sitting for extended periods or squatting may make the pain worse. Sciatica pain is a symptom of another problem which is why it is important to see your doctor to have the real cause diagnosed so that appropriate treatment can be commenced.
Students typically complete a dental assistant program at either a community college or technical school. Programs often take one to two years to complete, depending on whether a student is pursuing a certificate, diploma or associate degree.
There are a variety of schools offering courses-approximately 10 to 12 months in length-that meet their State's requirements. Other States require dental assistants to complete State-approved education courses of 4 to 12 hours in length.