Welcome to the exciting field of orthodontics!

 Orthodontics is an ever growing and thriving industry in need of qualified assistants.   Trained orthodontic assistants are in high demand and have great earning potential with excellent benefits. The Northern Utah Orthodontic Assisting School provides hands-on training for those interested in pursuing a career in the orthodontic field.  Our goal is to help you gain the knowledge, skills, and professionalism needed to be a confident, highly trained orthodontic assistant.

What will I do as an orthodontic assistant?

As an orthodontic assistant, you will be working side by side with an orthodontist. Orthodontic assisting is a very hands-on field. The following are just some of the skills that you will be required to perform:
  • Chair side assisting (changing ligatures and arch wires)
  • Oral hygiene instruction
  • Bonding preparation
  • Banding preparation
  • Clinical records
  • Exposing and processing x-rays
  • Dental impressions
  • Lab work
  • Administrative duties

What does the orthodontic field offer me?

An orthodontic assistant is a prestigious and highly sought after position. Which includes:
  • Competitive pay
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Excellent benefits
  • Fun working atmosphere
  • Very low turnover rate
  • Marketable skills
  • Constant interaction with patients

Education and training will give you an advantage over the thousands of untrained applicants who are constantly being turned away. This education will be viewed by employers as the equivalent to several years of on the job training.