Dental Assistant Levels: RDA, CDA, EFDA - What's The Difference?
Автор: Teresa Duncan | Speaker & Author
Загружено: 2026-04-30
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Dental Assistant Levels: RDA, CDA, EFDA - What's The Difference?
Dental assistant credentials explained and why state rules matter more than you think
Confusion around dental assistant credentials can create big problems inside a practice. Understanding the difference between CDA, EFDA and RDA helps managers and dentists know exactly what their team members are legally allowed to do. Many assistants can be hired without experience, but most offices require Radiation Health and Safety (RHS) certification so they can legally take radiographs. From there, advancing to a Certified Dental Assistant requires additional exams, infection control knowledge, CPR certification, and real chairside experience. What surprises many managers is how different every state can be. Some states recognize CDA, others prioritize expanded function roles, and the tasks an assistant can perform may change depending on where the license is issued. Knowing the rules set by the dental board in your state is essential to avoid compliance issues and to build a team that is fully qualified to support patient care.
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