Empowering the Next Generation of Dental Professionals

Advanced Dental Assisting Academy offers a comprehensive 12-week accelerated Dental Assisting and Expanded Functions training program. Our curriculum includes infection control and OSHA standards, dental anatomy and charting, radiology certification preparation, restorative procedures, temporary crown fabrication, impressions and lab techniques, endodontic and oral surgery assisting, orthodontic basics, front office administration, and career readiness training. Students receive hands-on clinical experience aligned with Florida Board of Dentistry expanded functions requirements.

Advanced Dental Assisting Academy is located in Dunedin, Florida, serving students throughout Pinellas County and the greater Tampa Bay area. Our program is uniquely housed within an active dental office environment, allowing students to train in a real clinical setting while learning professional standards and workflow.

Campus tours and program information are available by appointment only. All inquiries should be directed to Advanced Dental Assisting Academy through our official contact form or admissions team.

12-Week Program Overview

Week 1 – Orientation & Foundations
 Students are introduced to the dental field, operatory setup, infection control standards, OSHA compliance, and dental anatomy. Expectations for classroom learning and externship preparation are discussed.

Week 2 – Charting & Patient Care Basics
 Focus on dental charting, head and neck anatomy review, patient intake procedures, and assisting during exams. Emphasis is placed on professionalism and proper documentation.

Week 3 – Preventive & Restorative Dentistry
 Introduction to restorative materials, sealants, and assisting with composite and amalgam procedures. Students begin hands-on practice with instruments and clinical techniques.

Week 4 – Front Office & Career Readiness
 Training in administrative skills, ADA coding, insurance basics, HIPAA compliance, and professional development including resume and interview preparation.

Week 5 – Fixed Prosthodontics & Restorative Techniques
 Students assist with crowns, bridges, veneers, and provisional restorations, including temporary crown fabrication and digital impression introduction.

Week 6 – Lab Procedures & Oral Surgery Assisting
 Hands-on experience with impressions, model pouring, removable appliances, implant basics, and oral surgery instrument identification.

Week 7 – Orthodontics & Midterm Evaluation
 Introduction to orthodontic assisting concepts and continued skill development. Midterm exam administered to assess competency.

Week 8 – Dental Radiology
 Radiology fundamentals including safety, positioning, and equipment operation, along with continued clinical skills reinforcement.

Week 9 – Endodontics & Clinical Skill Development
 Introduction to root canal procedures, rubber dam placement, and advanced charting practice to prepare for externship readiness.

Week 10 – Clinical Readiness & Emergency Training
 Vital signs, nitrous monitoring, and emergency response procedures are covered. CPR/BLS certification is completed under American Heart Association guidelines.

Week 11 – Final Exams & Externship Preparation
 Students complete final written and practical evaluations and prepare documentation for externship placement.

Week 12 – Graduation & Transition to Practice
 Program completion, graduation ceremony, and guidance on employment transition and continuing education opportunities.

Our instructors are licensed dental professionals with real-world clinical experience in general dentistry and expanded functions. Faculty provide hands-on guidance, mentorship, and competency evaluations to ensure students meet Florida expanded functions standards and are prepared for clinical practice.

ADAA instructors are committed to continuing education and staying current with evolving dental technology, materials, and clinical techniques. By integrating modern practices and industry advancements into our curriculum, we ensure students are trained according to current ADAA standards and real-world expectations in today’s dental offices.