Statement of Professional Commitment:

“As a professional dental assistant, I will promote the advancement of the careers of dental assistants and the dental assisting profession in matters of education, legislation, credentialing and professional activities which enhance the delivery of quality dental healthcare to the public.”

…American Dental Assistants Association

South Carolina Dental Assistants Association

An affiliate of the American Dental Assistants Association

Organized in 1939, the South Carolina Dental Assistants Association has continued to support its members by

• Providing quality continuing education

• Supporting and encouraging formal education

• Supporting educationally based credentialing for assistants

• Supporting dedication to patient care

• Encouraging fellowship, networking and enhancement of their skills and knowledge

• Seeking to advance the dental assisting profession to the highest standards of performance obtainable

• Continuing to seek recognition of the profession as a vital member of the dental health team

• Communicating effectively with all members of the health care team

Our membership is made up of individuals employed as

Chairside Assistant

Sterilization Assistant

Lab Assistant

Receptionist

Office Manager

Practice Manager

Insurance Employees

Treatment Coordinators

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