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Dental Assistant Certification
License Description In Oregon, Dental Assistants are not licensed but must be certified in order to take x-rays or to perform certain Expanded Functions. There are four (4) types of Dental Assistant certification offered: (1) General, (2) Orthodontic, (3) Radiologic Proficiency , (4) Dental Anesthesia Assistant. "Dental Assistant" means a person who, under the supervision of a dentist, renders assistance to a dentist, dental hygienist, dental technician or another dental assistant. "Expanded Function Dental Assistant" means a dental assistant certified by the Board to perform expanded function duties.
Licensing Agency
Oregon Board of Dentistry
1500 SW 1st Avenue Ste 770
Portland, OR 97201
(971) 673 3200
Information@obd.oregon.gov
Active Status Active
Continuing Education No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education No educational requirements
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Register with licensing agency
License Updated 08/09/2023
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