The Panjab University Certificate in Dental Assistant course is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a successful dental assistant. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the dental profession, including the anatomy and physiology of the oral cavity, dental materials, dental instruments, and dental office procedures. The program also covers topics such as infection control, patient education, and radiology.

The program is divided into two parts: the first part is a series of lectures and laboratory sessions that cover the fundamentals of dental assisting. The second part is a clinical practicum, which provides students with hands-on experience in the dental office. The program also includes an internship, which provides students with the opportunity to gain real-world experience in a dental office setting.

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the National Board Dental Assistant Examination (NBDE) and become a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA). The Panjab University Certificate in Dental Assistant course is a great way for students to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful dental assistant.

Course Duration	2 years
Course Fees	Rs. 10,000/-
Mode of Study	Full-time
Institute Type	University

Semester	Subjects	Topics
1	Anatomy, Physiology & Biochemistry	Anatomy of Head & Neck, Physiology of Oral Cavity, Biochemistry of Oral Cavity
2	Dental Materials & Dental Radiology	Dental Materials, Dental Radiography & Radiographic Interpretation
3	Preventive & Community Dentistry	Oral Hygiene, Dental Public Health, Community Dentistry
4	Oral Pathology & Oral Medicine	Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine & Oral Diagnosis
5	Clinical Dentistry & Oral Surgery	Clinical Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Oral Rehabilitation
6	Practice Management & Dental Jurisprudence	Practice Management, Dental Jurisprudence & Ethics

1. Introduction to Dental Assisting
2. Dental Anatomy and Terminology
3. Dental Materials
4. Infection Control and Safety
5. Dental Radiography
6. Dental Charting
7. Dental Office Procedures
8. Dental Instruments and Equipment
9. Dental Specialties
10. Dental Laboratory Procedures
11. Dental Practice Management
12. Dental Ethics and Jurisprudence
13. Oral Pathology
14. Oral Pharmacology
15. Oral Surgery
16. Orthodontics
17. Prosthodontics
18. Periodontics
19. Endodontics
20. Dental Hygiene