License: Registered Dental Assistant

Arkansas Department of Health Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners external site

101 East Capitol Ave.

Suite 111

Little Rock, AR 72201

(501) 682-2085

Registered Dental Assistants aid dentists in diagnostic, operative, surgical, periodontal, preventive, orthodontic and fixed prosthodontia procedures during examination and treatment of patients. They set up patient and equipment, and keep records. Dental Assistants must become registered by the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners if they perform dental radiography, coronal polishing, administration/monitoring of nitrous oxide, and sedation monitoring in the dental office. Requirements: Radiography and/or Coronal Polishing: 1. Must be a graduate of a certified Dental Association accredited school OR must complete on-the-job training through an Arkansas-licensed dentist. 2. Successful passage of Arkansas Jurisprudence Exam over Arkansas Dental Laws. 3. State and federal criminal background checks required. 4. Must have cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. The Administration of Nitrous Oxide requires the completion of a nitrous oxide administration and monitoring course approved by the board. An additional course is required for sedation monitoring. Registration fee: $75.00, Renewal fee: $50.00