Dental Assistant: Dentures, Implants & Prosthodontics

Affordable Dentures & Implants; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Affordable Dentures & Implants is actively seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced practice. You will work closely with dentists and in-house lab professionals to support denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments.

Ideal candidates bring experience with denture impressions, wax bites, and radiographs, plus strong communication and teamwork. We offer growth opportunities and a supportive environment focused on patient care and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Dental Assistant and X-ray certification (where required by state).
• Strong communication and patient service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to teamwork and compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional chairside support and ensure a welcoming patient experience from check-in to treatment.
• Prepare operatories, instruments, equipment, and materials for each patient.
• Assist dentists during denture procedures, implant placement, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments.
• Take alginate denture impressions, select impression trays, and prepare wax bites under dentist direction.
• Assist with denture insertions, adjustments, relines, and repairs as permitted by state law.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, denture options, implant procedures, post-operative care, home care, and financial packages.
• Obtain and document patient medical histories and clinical notes accurately.
• Take dental radiographs per state certification requirements.
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilize instruments and operatories.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering supplies.
• Support daily office operations and maintain a clean clinical environment.
• Travel for training and continuing education as needed.
• Perform additional duties to support patient care and office success.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient service

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Dental Assistant and X-ray certification

Tools

Dentrix

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Affordable Dentures & Implants is actively seeking a compassionate Dental Assistant to join our fast-paced practice. You will work closely with dentists and in-house lab professionals to support denture procedures, implants, oral surgery, extractions, and prosthetic treatments.

Ideal candidates bring experience with denture impressions, wax bites, and radiographs, plus strong communication and teamwork. We offer growth opportunities and a supportive environment focused on patient care and