What an amazing Fall we’ve had. Our students are the BEST ..read more

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed that dentists, dental teams and dental students are included in its initial recommendation for health care personnel to be among those offered the first doses of COVID-19 vaccines. The CDC highlighted the recommendation on its website on Dec. 28 following a report from the agency’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, an independent panel of medical and public health experts. The committee has said that federal, state and local jurisdictions should use this guidance for COVID-19 vaccination program planning and implementati ..read more

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We love the promise a New Year can bring! As we look forward and try our best, we know that this year can be a great one. We’re so excited to see our student’s progression, and wish you all the very best ..read more

We are so thankful for all of the healthcare workers out there who have had such a burden this year. No doubt Covid 19 will have forever changed us all— but for the front line workers who ease suffering and give compassion to the sick and dying, we are SO VERY THANKFUL FOR YOU. This holiday season our hearts are full of gratitude and solace for a very difficult year in healthcare. This image has been shared around social media, and one that has profound meaning. Thank you ..read more

Dentists are advised to continue to screen all patients for recent travel to any locations confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to have confirmed cases of COVID-19, also known as the new coronavirus, which first appeared in December 2019 in Wuhan, China. Any travel completed between December and now is considered recent travel. As part of the screening, dentists should also verify when the patient returned to the United States. Dentists can check the list daily until health officials report that screening is no longer necessary. If the patient reports that at least two ..read more

When and How to Wash Your Hands Hand washing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. Learn when and how you should wash your hands to stay healthy. Wash Your Hands Often to Stay Healthy You can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy by washing your hands often, especially during these key times when you are likely to get and spread germs: Before, during, and after preparing food Before eating food Before and after caring for someone at home who is sick with vomiting or diarrhea Before and after treating a cut or wound After using the toi ..read more

Here at West Texas Dental Assisting, we remain vigilant as COVID-19 spreads. We will continue to use verified sources of information about the flu and Coronavirus to help prevent the spread of misinformation.  DSHS, https://www.dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html, continue to be our best resource for all information regarding COVID-19.  Below is a good reference material that can be printed and/or distributed easily. DSHS, the Texas Division of Emergency Management, and other state ..read more

Utilize Your Instructor If you can’t find a job, contact your instructor. You will have been taught the tips and tricks to finding a job, but sometimes there might be something very simple you’re overlooking. Your instructor can help you hone in on changes to make. Smile, and Be Confident! Dental assistants perform a variety of tasks on the job, from patient scheduling to sterilizing dental instruments and developing x-rays, so you have to be willing to help out where needed and express a willingness to learn. Attitude is everything. If you show up to an externship or a job interview unwilling ..read more

This year’s event was so much fun! A huge thank you to our Heather for FACE PAINTING a long line of excited kiddos!! This is an amazing yearly event. Thank you to all the providers who give back ..read more