- (1) Obtain endodontic cultures;
- (2) Dry canals, previously opened by the supervising dentist, with absorbent points;
- (3) Test pulp vitality;
- (4) Place bases and liners on sound dentin;
- (5) Remove excess cement from supragingival surfaces of teeth with a hand instrument or floss;
How long does it take to become an RDA?
Certificate programs, which are provided by CODA-accredited institutions, take between nine and 12 months to complete. Associate degree programs offered through community colleges take approximately two years to complete and may include general pre-requisite courses in addition to the dental assistant content.Feb 24, 2021
Is the RDA exam hard?
Dental assisting exams can be very demanding and the clock is ticking. Since there are four or five answer choices for each question, your guess has a 20% to 25% chance of being correct.Sep 20, 2017