Wyoming Dental Assistant Requirements
Each state has different requirements for dental assistants. This page includes links to all the information you need to understand the requirements for dental assistants in this state. View the different dental assisting levels, along with the requirements for each. You can also view the allowable duties at each level.
Dental Assistant Levels and Requirements
Dental Assistant Qualified in Placement of Pit and Fissure Sealants Requirements
To perform placement of pit and fissure sealants under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist in Wyoming, a dental assistant must:
1a. Complete a Wyoming Board of Dental Examiners-approved pit and fissure sealants course meeting specified didactic and clinical requirements within one year immediately prior to the date of application OR
1b. Complete a CODA-accredited dental hygiene or dental assisting program, AND
2. Submit an application for a Pit and Fissure Sealant Certificate and completed checklist demonstration competency and completion of course to the Wyoming Board of Dental Examiners (WBDE).
The WBDE accepts successful performance on DANB’ s Sealants (SE) exam to meet requirements to earn the Wyoming Pit and Fissure Sealants permit.
