Title: Describe the roles of professional dental organizations.
Course: Dental Careers I (14054-I) > Section: Introducing Dentistry and the Dental Team

Description should include the functions of the

- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA)
- Dental Assisting National Board, Inc. (DANB)
- American Dental Hygienist Association (ADHA)

in the areas of continuing education and professional development.

Process/Skill Questions

- Why is it important for each member of a dental team to belong to his or her specific professional dental organization?
- Where can one find information pertaining to a specific professional dental organization?
- What are some benefits of being a member of a professional dental organization?