What is efda?

EFDA stands for Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. This is a dental assistant who has completed additional training and certification in specific dental tasks beyond the typical duties of a dental assistant.

Some of the expanded functions that an EFDA may perform include placing fillings, taking x-rays, polishing teeth, and administering local anesthesia. The specific tasks that an EFDA is allowed to perform vary by state, as each state regulates dental practice differently.

EFDA certification programs typically require completion of a formal training program and passage of a state exam. Becoming an EFDA can help dental assistants advance in their careers and increase their earning potential.