A pinched nerve occurs when too much pressure is applied to a nerve by surrounding tissues, such as bones, cartilage, muscles or tendons. This pressure disrupts the nerve's function, causing pain, tingling, numbness or weakness. A pinched nerve can occur at several sites in your body.
Classification is based on experience and/or training as listed below. It is up to the employer to verify an assistant's qualifications and determine if he/she is a DAI or DAII. Education and Training Requirements. To be classified as a Dental Assistant II, an assistant shall meet one of the following criteria: (1) completion of: (a) an ADA-accredited dental assisting program and current certification in CPR; or. (b) one academic year or longer in an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program, and current certification in CPR; or.
Dental Assistant Training. The purpose of formal dental assistant training is to teach dental assisting students the skills they need to perform as professional dental assistants. This can include hands-on skills such as handling dental instruments, sterilizing equipment and assisting the dentist.enefits of Formal Training. Besides preparing students for the basic job skills of dental assisting, formal dental assistant training provides the background education and knowledge needed to understand dental work on a broader scope, and to manage the business side of dental assisting.