KCC Dental Assisting

06/19/2026

🌺🦷 Awesome Opportunity for Future Dental Assistants! 🦷🌺

Are you interested in starting a career in the dental profession as a Dental Assistant? This may be the opportunity you have been waiting for! ✨

Students pursuing dental assisting may have the opportunity to receive free tuition and fees by committing to work in “rural” Hawaiʻi for 5 years after completing the program. This is a great way to build your future in healthcare while serving communities across Hawaiʻi that need oral healthcare support. 💙

Eligible rural areas include all neighbor islands and the following Oʻahu zip codes:

📍 Waiʻanae – 96792
📍 Wahiawā – 96786
📍 Waimānalo – 96795
📍 Hauʻula – 96717
📍 Lāʻie – 96762
📍 Kahuku – 96731
📍 Haleʻiwa – 96712
📍 Waialua – 96791

Funding is expected to continue through 2031 but is subject to annual funding availability.

📌 Apply for the tuition and fees opportunity here:
https://redcap.jabsom.hawaii.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=WK44CRKED3A9NJLL

📌 Apply to the Kapiʻolani Community College Dental Assisting Program here:
https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/wp-content/uploads/DENT-Application.pdf

📌 Learn more about our Dental Assisting Program here:
https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/programs/health/health-sciences/dent/

Please share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested in joining the dental profession and starting a career as a Dental Assistant! 🦷✨

06/19/2026

06/18/2026

🌟 Late post, but this recognition is too important not to share! 🌟

I want to take a moment to proudly commend these 8 AMAZING working Dental Assistants from across the State of Hawaiʻi islands who made the commitment to come after a full day of work to continue learning, growing, and investing in their professional future. 👏🦷✨

Their dedication through the Professional Update and Advancement in Dental Assisting program speaks volumes about their passion for the profession, their commitment to patient care, and their drive to keep moving forward. Preparing for the Dental Assisting National Board Exam is not an easy step, especially while balancing work, life, and responsibilities — but these individuals showed up ready to learn, improve, and challenge themselves. 💪📚

This is what professional growth looks like. This is what commitment looks like. This is what it means to empower the profession of dental assisting. 🦷💙

Mahalo nui loa to the Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) Foundation for making this opportunity possible and for supporting the advancement of dental assistants across Hawaiʻi. Your support helps strengthen the profession and creates pathways for continued growth, certification, and excellence. 🌺🙏

Congratulations to each of you for taking this important step toward advancement and continued excellence in dental assisting. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and I am so proud of your dedication to elevating yourselves, empowering the profession, and shaping the future of dental assisting! ✨

06/15/2026

🌺🦷 Tomorrow is your chance to take the next step! 🦷🌺

Are you passionate about helping others, serving your community, and being part of the healthcare field? The Kapiʻolani Community College Dental Assisting Program may be the path for you! 🌴✨

Dental assistants play an important role in patient care, oral health education, infection control, chairside assisting, radiology, and creating a positive experience for every patient. If you are ready to serve with compassion, purpose, and aloha, now is the time to learn more. 💙🪥

📢 Mandatory Information Session
📅 Tomorrow, June 15th
⏰ 2:00 PM

🚨 Enrollment ends June 30th or when the class is full!
Seats are limited, so do not wait until it is too late.

✅ Register for the Information Session:
https://hawaii.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYscu2trzwiHtd467XowIHKB5jayJDO-Jze #/registration

🌐 Learn more about the program:
https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/programs/health/health-sciences/dent/

Please share this with anyone interested in becoming an allied dental healthcare professional and making a difference in our ʻohana and community. 🌺🦷🤙

06/11/2026

🌺🦷 Do you have a heart for helping others, serving your community, and promoting oral health? 🦷🌺

Let your future bloom with the Kapiʻolani Community College Dental Assisting Program! 🌴✨

In Hawaiʻi, caring for others is part of who we are. Dental assistants play an important role in supporting patient care, creating a welcoming experience, promoting oral health education, and helping our island communities smile with confidence. If you are ready to serve with compassion, aloha, and purpose, this may be the career path for you! 💙🪥

🌊 Your journey into allied dental healthcare starts here!
Become part of a profession that supports oral health, patient care, and the well-being of our ʻohana and community.

🚨 Hurry! Enrollment ends June 30th or when the class is full!
Seats are limited, so do not wait to take the next step.

📢 Mandatory Information Session
📅 June 15th
⏰ 2:00 PM

✅ Register for the Information Session:
https://hawaii.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYscu2trzwiHtd467XowIHKB5jayJDO-Jze #/registration

🌐 Learn more about the program:
https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/programs/health/health-sciences/dent/

Please share this with anyone interested in becoming an allied dental healthcare professional and making a difference in our community. 🌺🦷🤙

06/09/2026

Job Overview
At the dental practice of Drs. Regala and Su, we treat our patients like family, and we treat our team the exact same way. We are looking for a dedicated and caring Dental Assistant who is the perfect fit for our patient-centered, family-oriented practice.

In this vital role, you won't just be assisting chairside; you will be building relationships and ensuring our patients feel comfortable, safe, and truly cared for from the moment they sit down. If you are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about delivering high-quality dental care in a welcoming, supportive environment, we would love to meet you. Come join a team where your work is valued, and your coworkers feel like home!

Responsibilities

Assist dentists during a wide range of procedures including general dentistry.
Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments, setting up necessary equipment such as X-ray machines and 3D scanners, and ensuring all supplies are readily available.
Manage patient records by updating medical documentation, maintaining medical records securely in Dentrix, and ensuring HIPAA compliance.
Support front desk operations by acting as a dental receptionist when needed, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and managing patient flow efficiently.
Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment by following infection control standards and ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized after each use.
Experience

Prior experience working in a dental clinic environment is highly preferred, especially with general dentistry or pediatric dentistry practices.
Proficiency in dental assisting techniques including chairside assisting, taking X-rays, and understanding dental terminology is essential.
Knowledge of infection control protocols, aseptic techniques, anatomy relevant to dentistry, and medical terminology will support your success in this role.
Experience with advanced dental technology such as 3D scanners or medical imaging tools is advantageous.
Join us to be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering top-tier dental care while fostering a positive environment for both patients and staff!
Send your cover letter, resume and professional references to: [email protected]

06/01/2026

Late post 🎓🦷✨

Graduation may be done, but these amazing HS DENT students are still showing up, staying focused, and putting in the work! Even after celebrating such an important milestone, they continue to demonstrate dedication, professionalism, and commitment to completing their dental assisting journey strong. 👏🌺

With only a few more weeks remaining, these students are preparing to begin their three-week Externship Program, where they will take the skills they have practiced in the classroom and lab into real dental office settings. This is a major step forward, and we are so proud of their growth, perseverance, and readiness! 🦷💪

A heartfelt mahalo to the Hawaii Dental Service (HDS) Foundation for the continued partnership and support in making this opportunity possible for our students. Your investment in future dental professionals truly makes a difference! 🌈🤙

This past Saturday, students practiced moisture control and the placement of paralleling technique XCP Rinn holders and digital sensors in each other’s mouths. This hands-on experience allowed them to better understand the patient’s perspective during dental radiographic procedures while strengthening their clinical confidence and technical skills. 📸🦷

They are now gearing up to complete their 2–3 live patient full mouth series of intraoral radiographic images, along with an extraoral radiographic image, either panoramic or cephalometric. These are big milestones, and they are getting closer to the finish line one skill, one patient, and one radiograph at a time! 🙌✨

Please help us celebrate and encourage these hardworking students as they continue moving forward toward externship and program completion. Drop a 🎉, 🦷, or encouraging message below to cheer them on! 👏🌺

🦷🌺🎓

05/29/2026

Hoshino Endodontics is HIRING!
Job details
Job type
Full-time
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description

Prescription drug insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Free parking
 
Full job description
Overview: We are seeking a Dental Assistant who will also be cross-trained to perform tasks of a front office receptionist as needed.

Responsibilities:

Provide chair-side assistance via 4-handed dentistry
Take digital x-rays
Sterilize and setup instruments and equipment
Keep dental room clean and well-stocked
Perform front office tasks as needed (welcome patients, answer phone calls, schedule appointments, collect payments, etc.)
Qualifications:

Experience preferred; however, willing to train
Strong computer skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Well-organized and self-motivated
Dependable and punctual
Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change or modification at any time. Pay based on experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Free parking
Health insurance
Paid time off
Prescription drug insurance
Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:

Honolulu, HI 96814: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Please email your resume to: [email protected]

05/29/2026

Mahalo nui loa to the Hawaiʻi Dental Service (HDS) Foundation for welcoming the Kapiʻolani Community College Dental Assisting Program to the HDS Seminar and Annual Meeting! 🦷✨

We had a wonderful time connecting with the dentists in attendance and sharing more about our Dental Assisting Externship Program. It was a great opportunity to highlight how externship partnerships support student learning, workforce readiness, and the future of dental assisting in Hawaiʻi.

Mahalo for your continued support of our program and for helping create meaningful opportunities for our students! 🤙🏽💙

🦷🌺

05/28/2026

🦷✨ Turn Your Passion for Helping Others Into a Career! ✨🦷

Do you love helping people feel confident about their smile? 😁
Are you interested in a hands-on career in healthcare where you can make a real difference every day? 🌺

Now is the time to take the next step with the Kapiʻolani Community College Dental Assisting Program! 🪥💙

Our program prepares students with the clinical skills, professional knowledge, and hands-on training needed to support dental teams and help patients feel comfortable, cared for, and confident. From chairside assisting to infection control, dental radiology, patient care, and oral health education, this program can help you build the foundation for a meaningful career in dentistry. 🦷✨

🚨 HURRY! Limited seats are still available! 🚨
Do not wait to start your future in dental assisting.

📢 Next Mandatory Information Session
📅 Date: June 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 p.m.
💻 Location: Virtual via Zoom
🔗 Register here:
https://hawaii.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYscu2trzwiHtd467XowIHKB5jayJDO-Jze #/registration

🌐 Learn more about the program:
https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/programs/health/health-sciences/dent/

📝 Apply today:
https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/wp-content/uploads/DENT-Application.pdf

Your future can start with one decision. 🌈
Take the first step toward a career that changes smiles, builds confidence, and supports healthier communities. 🦷💙