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.
Education Requirements. There are no formal education requirements for entering a career in dental assisting. Some assistants have a high school diploma and only receive on-the-job training; however, postsecondary dental assisting programs offer more comprehensive career training.ccording to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were more than 285 dental assisting education programs approved by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) in 2010 (www.bls.gov). Dental assisting programs are typically 1-year diploma or certificate programs.