Continuing Education

Coronal Polishing Certification

State Board-Approved Certification Course

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Professional Development

Advance Your Dental Assisting Skills

Continuing Education
Certification
Hands-On Training
Course Overview

Program Overview

This Continuing Education (CE) course provides dental assistants with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to perform coronal polishing on patients under the supervision of a licensed dentist. The procedure involves the removal of plaque and extrinsic stains from the clinical crowns of teeth using a slow-speed handpiece, polishing cups, and abrasive agents.

Course Length One day – 8 hours
Investment $365
What You’ll Learn

Course Includes

  • Didactic instruction (theory & safety)
  • Infection control and patient safety protocols
  • Handpiece operation and technique
  • Clinical practice (hands-on polishing)
  • Review of the NC Dental Coronal Polishing Exam
  • Exam – must pass with 70% or higher
  • Certificate of Completion upon passing
Eligibility

Eligibility & Requirements

Review the eligibility, admission requirements, and acceptable documentation needed for the Coronal Polishing Certification course.

Eligibility

↗ DA II’s may take this course under dentist supervision
↗ As of August 2024, DA I’s are eligible to enroll with written approval from their supervising dentist.

Admission Requirements

↗ Proof of dental profession
↗ Upload a current CPR/AED card
↗ Upload valid proof of identification
Required Documentation

Acceptable proof of status/experience may include one or more of the following:

↗ A Dental Assistant I program completion certificate or
↗ A DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) certificate or
↗ A Dental Assistant II certificate from an accredited institution or
↗ A CDA certificate from another state or
↗ Signature and license number from your supervising dentist on the registration application or
↗ An approval letter from a dentist on a letter head document including:
↗ Your full name
↗ Confirming your dental assistant status- are you a DA I in training or DA II?
↗ Dentist full name, signature and license number
Outcome

Course Outcome

North Carolina State-Recognized Coronal Polishing Certification
✓ Certification Upon Successful Completion
Successful Completion

Complete the Course. Pass the Exam. Earn Your Certification.

Participants who successfully complete the course and pass the final exam will receive a North Carolina State-Recognized Coronal Polishing Certification , qualifying them to perform coronal polishing in dental offices across NC under appropriate supervision.

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Course Outcome North Carolina State-Recognized Coronal Polishing Certification
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Coronal Polishing Certification

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