GP-Lite to GP+ - Expanded Duties LLC

Expanding Duties™

GP-Lite to GP+Scanning

The GP-Lite to GP+scanning course is for the EDDA - Hygiene (or similar) who needs the duties of EDDA - GP + Ortho Scan

When the Expanded Duties Dental Assistant -GP-Lite needs “Expanding” to be able to perform a more comprehensive set of expanded duties, we have this course.

Successful completion of the GP-Lite to GP+ course will provide certification to allow the following additional expanded duties:

When the Expanded Duties Dental Assistant -GP-Lite needs “Expanding” to be able to perform a more comprehensive set of expanded duties, we have this course.

Successful completion of the GP-Lite to GP+ course will provide certification to allow the following additional expanded duties:

Apply desensitizing agents to root surfaces of teeth and prepared dentinal surfaces of teeth prior to cementation of temporary restorations and crowns, bridges, or inlays.
Place cavity liner, base or varnish over unexposed pulp.
Changing of bleaching agent, following initial applications by the dentist, during the bleaching process of vital and non-vital teeth after the placement of a rubber dam; and applying the fiber-optic light source of a curing light for activation of the bleach (not to include the use of a laser device).
Apply topical anticariogenic agents.
Apply primer and bonding agents to etched enamel or dentin; and light cure with fiber-optic light source (not to include use of a laser device).
Make impressions to be used to fabricate a night guard (bruxism or muscle relaxation appliance). All adjustments must be performed extraorally. Final adjustment must be made by the dentist.
Make impressions for passive orthodontic appliances.
Digital scans for fabrication orthodontic appliances and models.

Apply desensitizing agents to root surfaces of teeth and prepared dentinal surfaces of teeth prior to cementation of temporary restorations and crowns, bridges, or inlays.
Place cavity liner, base or varnish over unexposed pulp.
Changing of bleaching agent, following initial applications by the dentist, during the bleaching process of vital and non-vital teeth after the placement of a rubber dam; and applying the fiber-optic light source of a curing light for activation of the bleach (not to include the use of a laser device).

Apply topical anticariogenic agents.
Apply primer and bonding agents to etched enamel or dentin; and light cure with fiber-optic light source (not to include use of a laser device).
Make impressions to be used to fabricate a night guard (bruxism or muscle relaxation appliance). All adjustments must be performed extraorally. Final adjustment must be made by the dentist.
Make impressions for passive orthodontic appliances.
Digital scans for fabrication orthodontic appliances and models.

Course Fee: $325.00

Register for Expanding Duties™ - GP Lite to GP+Scanning Course

First Name

Last Name

Date

Doctor Email

Qualifications to take certification course (Mark One Only).

I am a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). I am a graduate of a 12 month approved assisting course. I am a 6-month employee

Additional requirements to practice as EDDA (must accept to complete application).

I must have a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof and maintain current CPR certification. I may only perform those expanded duties listed on my certificate(s).

Policy on Cheating (must accept to complete application).

I understand that if I am caught cheating or even give the appearance of cheating or misrepresenting someone else's work as my own, I will be dismissed from the course without a certificate, and forfeit the course fees. There are no refunds.

Financial Policy (must accept to complete application).

I understand there are no refunds. I may reschedule the test and hands-on portion of the course once (twice with your physician's medical excuse) in a 12-month period. It is my responsibility to keep up with the 12-month period.

Policy on Retaking the course (must accept to complete application).

If I do not pass the written test (I'll have 3 chances), or do not complete the clinical skills (duties), or am otherwise unprepared for the final exam and/or clinical skills portion of the course, I will not receive a certificate. However, after paying a $50.00 administrative fee to Expanded Duties LLC, I will be able to participate in the next course that has space for me.

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Duties allowed to be performed by an Expanded Duties Assistant

Rule 150-9-.02 Expanded Duties of Dental Assistants

As per Rules of the Georgia Board of Dentistry, the certificate awarded will have the duties listed that are presented in each course, and the assistant may perform only those duties which are listed on the EDDA Certificate(s). Having one of these certificates coupled with your previous certificate is what brings you to the level of chairside assistant required by your doctor.