Dental Assisting Academy

08/21/2026

DENTAL ASSISTING NATIONAL BOARDS LAWS CHANGING FOR THESE STATES if you reside in Kentucky or Florida let us help you get your polishing certification. We are credential by the Dental Assisting National Board 812-278-0261 cost is 400.00

DANB’s compilation of state dental assisting requirements is one of the most comprehensive resources
available on this topic. The updates below highlight dental assisting state legislative and regulatory changes
from April to July 2026.
Alabama
Effective April 13, 2026, the Alabama Board of Dental
Examiners expanded the scope of allowable duties for
dental assistants to include performing coronal polishing
and the placement of pit and fissure sealants under the
direct supervision of a duly licensed dentist.
Connecticut
Effective Oct. 1, 2026, a dentist who delegates the taking
of dental x-rays by the dental assistant will assume
responsibility for the procedure but need not remain on-site
in the dental office or treatment facility.
Florida
Effective April 26, 2026, the Florida Board of Dentistry
amended rules to add tasks delegable to dental assistants
to include polishing clinical crowns using a rotary
instrument if a hygienist is in the office when the polishing
occurs; removing implant hybrid prosthetic dentures with a
string attached to the removing tool at all times; removing
healing abutments and placing scan body on the implant
in order to be able to perform intra oral digital scanning;
and placing intermediate material that serves as a barrier
between the implant screw and restoration of the access
screw of the implant restoration. The new rules also remove
all references to amalgam restorations.
Iowa
In Iowa, regulations effective June 3 allow dental assistants to practice without registration if they complete a specified term
of practical training, which includes jurisprudence and infection control, under the supervision of a licensed dentist.
Kentucky
On April 13, 2026, Gov. Andy Beshear signed HB776, which allows dental assistants to utilize a dental hygiene cordless
polisher in addition to the use of a rubber cap attached to a slow-speed rotary dental handpiece. The bill also removes
language that would prohibit dental assistants from using any instrumentation that may elicit the removal of calcareous
deposits or accretions on the crowns and roots of teeth and the making of final impressions from which casts are made
to construct any dental restoration. Additionally, the bill allows the Board of Dentistry to designate funds to administer
scholarships or education loan repayment assistance to qualified individuals.
Also signed in April 2026, HB459 will require the licensing authorities of healthcare occupations to collect workforce
participation data during the annual, biennial, or triennial licensure renewal process. The new process must be implemented
by Jan. 1, 2028.
Categories
Expanded functions — Additional functions for DAs (9 states)
Implementing or modifying requirements — Changes to dental
assistant requirements (3 states)
Supervision — Changes to supervision levels for DAs (3 states)
Reporting — Reporting-related requirements that involve dental
assistants (2 states) Page 2 • Dental Assisting National Board • www.danb.org
STATE OF THE STATES
Fall 2026
Maine
On April 13, Gov. Janet Mills signed HP1420/LD2105,
updating state laws regarding who is required to report
suspected child abuse or neglect, and clarifying the
definition of a “health care practitioner” to include a dentist,
dental hygienist, and dental assistant.
Maryland
Effective Jan. 1, 2027, a new law mandates criminal history
record checks for individuals seeking or renewing licenses
and certificates in various health occupations, including
dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental assisting.
Michigan
The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs amended rule language July 23 to allow a dental therapist
to delegate functions to a registered dental assistant or unlicensed dental auxiliary; require an unlicensed dental auxiliary
to complete one additional hour of training in infection control, which must include the subject of water line maintenance;
require a delegating dentist to keep proof that an unlicensed dental auxiliary has completed the education required to
perform functions under delegation; allow the measurement of blood glucose to be delegated to a registered dental
assistant or unlicensed dental auxiliary; and clarify that unlicensed dental auxiliaries must identify themselves as unlicensed
dental auxiliaries to telehealth patients.
Nevada
Effective July 1, the Nevada Board of Dental Examiners approved amendments to the state Expanded Function Dental
Assistant license. The updates specify the scope of practice, continuing education, and renewal and reinstatement
requirements, while expanding eligibility criteria to recognize DANB’s CDA, CPFDA, and CRFDA exams.
New Mexico
At its Feb. 20 meeting, the New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care approved rule revisions outlining two pathways to
dental radiography certification: passing DANB’s Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) exam or completing a board-approved
course with an integrated exam (both valid 24 months). The new rules, effective Apr. 21, 2026, also add an ethics/
jurisprudence course requirement for EFDA/CDHC renewal.
North Dakota
Effective April 1, 2026, amended state rules allow an unregistered dental assistant enrolled in a board-approved qualified
dental assistant program and working under the direct supervision of a dentist to perform the duties of a qualified dental
assistant. The change also expands the duties of a registered dental assistant under the general supervision of a dentist
to include taking final impressions, holding a curing light for a dental procedure, and polishing the coronal surfaces of the
teeth by use of air polishing.
Oklahoma
On May 5, Gov. Kevin Stitt signed HB3934, which allows dental assistants to perform certain procedures under general
supervision — specifically, to assist a hygienist with procedures the hygienist can perform under general supervision and to
complete radiation safety under general supervision.
South Carolina
Signed by Gov. Henry McMaster May 15, H4189 allows dental assistants to perform oral screenings utilizing the Department
of Public Health and Environmental Control approved screening system in school and public health settings.
Categories
Expanded functions — Additional functions for DAs (9 states)
Implementing or modifying requirements — Changes to dental
assistant requirements (3 states)
Supervision — Changes to supervision levels for DAs (3 states)
Reporting — Reporting-related requirements that involve dental
assistants (2 states) Page 3 • Dental Assisting National Board • www.danb.org
STATE OF THE STATES
Fall 2026
Utah
To implement changes to 2025 legislation (HB372),
new administrative rules effective July 8 define the
requirements and scope of practice for two new expanded
function certifications for dental auxiliaries. Under indirect
supervision, eligible dental assistants and dental hygienists
may perform:
• Placement of direct restorations
• Removal of coronal adhesive
Virginia
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed HB 970/SB 178 into law April 9, 2026. The new law, which goes into effect July 1, 2026,
allows a Dental Assistant I or II with 1,800 hours of clinical experience to perform supragingival scaling and coronal
polishing under dentist supervision.
Washington
Effective May 30, 2026, dental assistants may apply silver diamine fluoride to children in school-based and school-linked
programs under the general supervision of a state licensed dentist.
West Virginia
Rule changes effective April 21, 2026, permit the use of dental retraction materials other than a packing cord for crown
impressions to ensure flexibility in the standard and allow for the adoption of current and future innovations in retraction
materials.

The Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) is the nationally recognized certification organization for dental assistants.

08/14/2026

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Bloomington Pediatric Dentistry is looking for a fun, friendly, team-oriented
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🦷 Previous front office or customer-service experience
📅 Experience with scheduling programs
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🤝 A team player who loves creating a positive experience for our patients and families
😁 A cheerful personality and a smile that can brighten someone’s day!

⏰ 32–34 hours per week
📆 Monday–Thursday
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If you’re ready to be a part of a TEAM, smile, laugh, multitask, and make a difference in little smiles every day, we’d LOVE to meet you! 🥰🦷

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08/13/2026

Dental Assistant Training Program with Dental Radiographer Certification /Expanded functions course/polishing and fluoride application and n2o certification required by Indiana State Department of Health.
Thos class covers Clinical and administrative instruction will include an introduction to the dental office, legal aspects of dentistry and dental assisting, state dental practices policies and guidelines, introduction to oral anatomy, dental procedures, dental equipment, operation, and maintenance; tooth structure-primary and permanent teeth, oral cavity and related structures, proper patient positioning, dental hand-pieces, and dental burs, dental anesthesia, maintaining sterility and asepsis, and observations in local dental offices
The Limited Dental Radiographer portion of the training is to provide classroom training so that the student may be licensed by the Indiana State Department of Health. All persons operating diagnostic x-ray equipment in the State of Indiana must be certified by the Indiana State Department of Health. For certification, each diagnostic x-ray machine operator must:
Enroll in a state approved education program. This program meets the criteria.
Obtain a provisional permit from the Indiana State Department of Health after the start of the course.
Complete this approved educational program.
Complete clinical training with certificate of proficiency from an appropriate licensed provider.
Pass the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiology Health and Safety Examination.
Clinical education and requirements:
Students must learn and successfully demonstrate a required skills set in a clinical setting
Additional fee for DANB Radiology exam $270.00 and a $60.00 License Fee from Indiana State Department of Health.
Location: Online training or classroom training
Financial aid: None , however payment plans are optios
Typical student financial assistance through Pell Grants and other financial aid programs do not apply to this noncredit program. Loans from private lenders are also available
Admission and Completion requirements: Students of any age must possess reading and writing skills, high school juniors and seniors in good standing may also take this course, with permission from principal and parent or guardian.
For questions on this program call or text Jody at 812-278-0261 FORMER INTRUCTOR FOR 11 YEARS AT VINCENNES UNIVERSITY. WE ARE INDIANA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEATH APPROVED AND HAVE BEEN SINCE 2009.Also credential by the Dental Assisting National Board.
MOST STUDENTS GET JOBS WHILE GOING THROUGH OUR PROGRAM. WE DO HELP WITH JOB PLACEMENT.
CHECK, CASH, CASHIERS CHECK, MONEY ORDER ACCEPTED. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Jody Brown
YOU CAN PAY BY CREDIT CARD ADDITIONAL CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE OF 35.00 PER TRANSACTION through square. If you pay through
PAYPAL, CHIME, CASH APP, VENMO OR ZELLE
register by phone or text for enrollment form 812-278-0261

• _____****** ON LINE study you can begin anytime. With any payment plan option.
• _____ Via Zoom classes start September 8 from 6 pm to 9 pm every Tuesday until February, October class starts October 1 every Thursday from 5 to 9 runs through first of March
• _____ In person class starts September 8 from 6 pm to 9 pm every Tuesday until February, October class starts October 1 every Thursday from 5 pm to 9 pm runs through first of March
_______
Cost 4000.00
CLASSROOM PAYMENT PLANS
• PAY IN FULL CHECK, CASH OR CREDIT CARD $3500.00 _____
• OPTION 1 PAY 2000.00 DOWN AND 500.00 A MONTH UNTIL PAID IN FULL_____
• OPTION 2 PAY 1500.00 DOWN AND 500.00 A
MONTH UNTIL PAID IN FULL_____

IF YOU WISH TO ENROLL EMAIL [email protected], CALL OR TEXT 812-278-0261 FOR AN ENROLLMENT FORM.
STUDENT MUST REGISTER NO LESS THAN 7 DAYS FROM START DATE OF CLASS. Classes fill quickly and jobs are waiting . High school students 16 years and older can take course with parents or guardian permission, along with permission from principal. Within good standing of school.

08/10/2026

Want to be expanded functions and earn more money? Let's talk 812-278-0261. Classes all hands on training or digitally done from your office 800.00

08/10/2026

Need your n2o certification? Let's talk 812-278-0261 200.00 all online takes about 3 hours

08/10/2026

Need your polishing and fluoride license. Let's talk 812-278-0261 can do digitally online or classroom training in Bedford IN cost 400.00 for both.

08/10/2026

Need your radiology license? Let's talk 812-278-0261 cost is 300.00 this includes your provisional permit valid for 6 months from the Indiana State Department of Health. We have been approved since 2007 and we are credentialed by the dental assisting national board. All online classes no trips to any school room. You work at your pace.

08/10/2026

First night of dental assisting classes Monday August 10th at 4 30 pm. Join us to see if you would like more information about class and job opportunities 812-278-0261. You do not have to register for first class it is free to sit in and decide if this is something you would like to pursue.

08/03/2026

Indiana State Department of Health approved and credential by the Dental Assisting National Board. Full Dental Assistant Training Program with Dental Radiographer Certification included is expanded functions, polishing, flouride and n20 for all dental jobs.
Clinical and administrative instruction will include an introduction to the dental office, legal aspects of dentistry and dental assisting, state dental practices policies and guidelines, introduction to oral anatomy, dental procedures, dental equipment, operation, and maintenance; tooth structure-primary and permanent teeth, oral cavity and related structures, proper patient positioning, dental hand-pieces, and dental burs, dental anesthesia, maintaining sterility and asepsis, and observations in local dental offices
The Limited Dental Radiographer portion of the training is to provide classroom training so that the student may be licensed by the Indiana State Department of Health. All persons operating diagnostic x-ray equipment in the State of Indiana must be certified by the Indiana State Department of Health. For certification, each diagnostic x-ray machine operator must:
Enroll in a state approved education program. This program meets the criteria.
Obtain a provisional permit from the Indiana State Department of Health after the start of the course.
Complete this approved educational program.
Complete clinical training with certificate of proficiency from an appropriate licensed provider.
Pass the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) Radiology Health and Safety Examination.
Clinical education and requirements:
Students must learn and successfully demonstrate a required skills set in a clinical setting
Additional fee for DANB Radiology exam $270.00 and a $60.00 License Fee from Indiana State Department of Health.
Location: Online training or classroom training
Financial aid:
Typical student financial assistance through Pell Grants and other financial aid programs do not apply to this noncredit program. Loans from private lenders are also available
Admission and Completion requirements: Students of any age must possess reading and writing skills, high school juniors and seniors in good standing may also take this course, with permission from principal and parent or guardian.
For questions on this program call or text Jody at 812-278-0261 FORMER INTRUCTOR FOR 11 YEARS AT VINCENNES UNIVERSITY. WE ARE INDIANA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEATH APPROVED AND HAVE BEEN SINCE 2009. MOST STUDENTS GET JOBS WHILE GOING THROUGH OUR PROGRAM. WE DO HELP WITH JOB PLACEMENT.
CHECK, CASH, CASHIERS CHECK, MONEY ORDER ACCEPTED. MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: Jody Brown
YOU CAN PAY BY CREDIT CARD ADDITIONAL CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE OF 30.00 PER TRANSACTION through square. If you pay through
PAYPAL, FACEBOOK, CASH APP, VENMO, zelle OR SQUARE no fees
Or register by phone pay by credit card

• _____****** ON LINE study you can begin anytime. With any payment plan option.
• _____ Via Zoom classes start Aug 10 from 4 30 to 8 30 pm or 10 am To 1 pm
• _____ In class Aug 10 location in Bedford IN from 4 30 to 8 30 pm or
_______10 am to1 pm
Cost 3000.00
CLASSROOM PAYMENT PLANS
• PAY IN FULL CHECK, CASH OR CREDIT CARD $2500.00 _____
• OPTION 1 PAY 1500.00 DOWN AND 500.00 A MONTH UNTIL PAID IN FULL_____
• OPTION 2 PAY 1000.00 DOWN AND 500.00 A
MONTH UNTIL PAID IN

IF YOU WISH TO ENROLL EMAIL [email protected], CALL OR TEXT 812-278-0261 FOR AN ENROLLMENT FORM.
STUDENT MUST REGISTER NO LESS THAN 2 DAYS FROM START DATE OF CLASS

07/21/2026

Do you need expanded functions?polishing and flouride, n2o classes. Classroom training with financial payment plans available start August 26 every Wednesday from 6 pm to 9 pm Located in Bedford 800.00 for all 4 classes. Indiana state Department of Health approved and credential by the Dental Assisting National Board. Aug 26 through September 23.call or text to register Limited seating available. Payment plans options 100.00 down. 100.00 a month
Or 400.00 down 100.00 a month