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Alberta’s May 13th Relaunch Update
Dental assistants in Brooks and Calgary may return to full practice.
May 14 Return to Practice
Dental assistants may return to full practice as of May 14, 2020.
Return to Work Guidelines
Dental assistants must follow our Guidelines for Return to Non-essential Practice as dental practices reintroduce non-urgent oral health care services.
Return to Work Plans
As of May 4th, dental assistants may assist with urgent care in addition to emergency care, except in Lloydminster.
Return-to-Work Announcement
Subject to the Alberta oral health return-to-work guidelines we provide, RDAs may return to practice.
Suspension of Non-Emergency Treatment
Until further notice, dental assistants are only authorized to provide emergency treatment.
Focus on Learning
If you find you have time to fill, it may be an opportunity to look at your CCP learning plan.
Help is Available for Dental Staff
Even if you have been temporarily laid off you can access support through the ADA&C MAP.
RDA Practice During COVID-19
Update: The ADA&C has suspended all non-emergency dental treatment and services, and has provided Guidelines on Emergency Treatment.