Expanded Function Dental Assistants are helping dental practices work smarter, improve efficiency, and deliver better patient care.

Taking on expanded functions allows assistants to perform more advanced clinical duties, which increases production and strengthens the partnership between doctor and assistant. Success depends on understanding the legal scope of practice, proper scheduling, and having the right tools to support the role. When dentists trust their assistants and delegate effectively, the entire team becomes more productive and patients receive more efficient care. This path not only builds confidence and career growth for assistants but also helps practices serve more patients and improve overall workflow.

Check Stacey’s article at DrBicuspid!

What is the EFDA? The keys to implementing and using an expanded functions dental auxiliary

https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-hygiene/scope-of-practice/article/15815967/the-keys-to-using-an-expanded-functions-dental-auxiliary

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Website: https://www.talkteeth2me.com/

What the EFDA workbook: https://www.talkteeth2me.com/efda-workbook.html

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Dental assistants play a powerful role in whether patients move forward with treatment. You are a key part of the patient journey, and having the right financial options can make all the difference.

CareCredit is a health and wellness credit card that offers flexible financing options, so patients can pay over time for the care they want or need, subject to credit approval. When money isn’t the obstacle, patients say yes.

Want to make CareCredit part of your practice’s offerings and strengthen case acceptance? Email me at [email protected] and let’s make it happen for your team.