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From the sixth century BC until the 18th Century, false teeth were filled with gold. The Etruscans were very skilled and made gold hoops that slipped around nearby teeth and filled the rest of the gap with carved ivory or bone.

Dental Assistant — education

Dental Assistant A full-mouth x-ray shows how teeth are aligned and, in this example, the location of existing fillings and crowns. They show up us as the brightest white areas. Note also how deep the teeth roots are embedded in the jaw. A full-mouth x-ray shows how teeth are aligned and, in this example, the location of existing fillings and crowns. They show up us as the brightest white areas. Note also how deep the teeth roots are embedded in the jaw.

Vol State offers a 12-month technical certificate program that includes classroom and clinical instruction. The goals are to prepare students to work in the field and qualify for national and state examinations.

To prepare, students should take high school classes in biology, chemistry, health and office practices. Applicants need to submit their high school transcripts or G.E.D. scores, ACT or SAT scores if they are less than 21 years old, plus an application to Volunteer State and an application to Allied Health Careers.