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Illinois Coronal Polishing Course for Dental Assistants

State-approved coronal polishing certification in Chicago, Illinois

Illinois IDFPR Approved
Illinois Coronal Polishing Course for Dental Assistants in Chicago
Online + Hands-On

Upcoming Illinois Coronal Polishing Course Dates

🗓️ Coming Soon Dates
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July 23, 2026 Confirmed

Class Schedule

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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8755 West Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 60631

Online + Hands-On Training. Dental assistants in Illinois will master coronal polishing techniques through didactic modules and intensive hands-on practice with slow-speed handpiece, prophy cup, and occlusal polishing brush.

Enroll in Our Illinois Coronal Polishing Certification Course

Join our IDFPR-approved Illinois coronal polishing course. Advance your dental assisting skills today.

Enroll as a Dental Assistant

Ready to earn your Illinois coronal polishing certification? Enroll individually and complete your state-approved training at our Chicago facility.

Enroll Myself

Enroll Your Dental Team

Train multiple dental assistants at your Illinois practice with our team enrollment option and expand your clinic's preventive care services.

Enroll My Team

Course Requirements & Curriculum for Illinois Dental Assistants

What Illinois dental assistants need to know before enrolling in the coronal polishing course

Eligibility Requirements

To enroll, participants must meet the following criteria:

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Have 1,000 hours (6 months) of clinical dental assisting experience
OR meet one of the following alternatives:
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Have completed a CODA-accredited dental assisting program
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Hold a current DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification

What You'll Learn

Comprehensive training program:

Ethics & Jurisprudence
Patient Assessment & Charting
Plaque & Materia Alba
Stain Types (Intrinsic & Extrinsic)
Abrasive Agents & Polishing Paste
Theory of Selective Polishing
Slow-Speed Handpiece Techniques
Prophy Cup & Brush Application
Infection Control Best Practices
Hands-On Clinical Training

Each participant will act as a patient during clinical sessions and must follow OSHA guidelines, including wearing gloves, mask, eyewear, and clinic gown.

Approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

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Courses are consistent with guidelines outlined in the Illinois Dental Practice Act and recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).

Delivered by a PACE-accredited dental assistant training provider, this course is fully aligned with Illinois state guidelines for coronal polishing procedures.

Course Requirements & Curriculum for Illinois Dental Assistants

What Illinois dental assistants need to know before enrolling in the coronal polishing course

Eligibility Requirements

To enroll, participants must meet the following criteria:

✓
Have 1,000 hours (6 months) of clinical dental assisting experience
OR meet one of the following alternatives:
✓
Have completed a CODA-accredited dental assisting program
✓
Hold a current DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification

What You'll Learn

Comprehensive training program:

Ethics & Jurisprudence
Patient Assessment & Charting
Plaque & Materia Alba
Stain Types (Intrinsic & Extrinsic)
Abrasive Agents & Polishing Paste
Theory of Selective Polishing
Slow-Speed Handpiece Techniques
Prophy Cup & Brush Application
Infection Control Best Practices
Hands-On Clinical Training

Each participant will act as a patient during clinical sessions and must follow OSHA guidelines, including wearing gloves, mask, eyewear, and clinic gown.

Approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

▼

Courses are consistent with guidelines outlined in the Illinois Dental Practice Act and recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).

This course is fully aligned with Illinois state guidelines for coronal polishing procedures.

Enroll as a Dental Assistant

Ready to earn your Illinois coronal polishing certification? Enroll individually and complete your state-approved training at our Chicago facility.

Enroll Myself

Enroll Your Dental Team

Train multiple dental assistants at your Illinois practice with our team enrollment option and expand your clinic's preventive care services.

Enroll My Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Illinois Coronal Polishing course

General
The Illinois Coronal Polishing course is a state-approved, one-day certification program for dental assistants. It covers coronal polishing techniques, infection control, slow-speed handpiece use, prophy cup techniques, and ethics. Upon completion, dental assistants in Illinois are authorized to perform coronal polishing procedures in a dental office.
The course is completed in one day, running from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at our Chicago, Illinois training facility at 8755 West Higgins Rd. It combines online didactic modules completed before the in-person hands-on session.
Yes, we offer a separate coronal polishing course that complies with Indiana state requirements. Visit our Indiana Coronal Polishing course page for more details.
Eligibility
To enroll, dental assistants in Illinois must meet one of the following requirements: have 1,000 hours (6 months) of clinical dental assisting experience, have completed a CODA-accredited dental assisting program, or hold a current DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification.
Yes, prior experience is required for this course. You must have at least 1,000 hours of clinical dental assisting experience, a CODA-accredited program certificate, or a DANB CDA certification. If you are new to dental assisting with no experience, our Become a Dental Assistant program may be a better starting point.
Pricing & Enrollment
The Illinois Coronal Polishing course is $375 per student. This includes both the online didactic training and the in-person hands-on session at our Chicago facility.
Yes, we offer team enrollment for dental practices looking to train multiple dental assistants at once. Use the Enroll My Team option above or contact us at [email protected] for more information.
We offer the Illinois Coronal Polishing course monthly, giving dental assistants more flexibility to enroll compared to other providers who offer courses quarterly. View the upcoming course dates above to find a date that works for you.
Accreditation
Yes, the course is fully approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and is consistent with the Illinois Dental Practice Act. Dental AssistEd is also a PACE-accredited training provider recognized by the Academy of General Dentistry.
No, the Illinois Coronal Polishing course is a certification course, not a continuing education (CE) course. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate authorizing you to perform coronal polishing procedures in Illinois. If you are looking for CE courses, visit our online CE courses page.
Related Courses
Yes, we offer a combined Coronal Polishing and Sealant Placement course that lets you earn both certifications in one day, making it a cost-effective option for dental assistants looking to expand their skills.
In addition to coronal polishing, we offer the following certification courses for dental assistants in Illinois: Pit and Fissure Sealants, EFDA Restorative, and Coronal Scaling. View all available hands-on courses for a full list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Illinois Coronal Polishing course

General
The Illinois Coronal Polishing course is a state-approved, one-day certification program for dental assistants. It covers coronal polishing techniques, infection control, slow-speed handpiece use, prophy cup techniques, and ethics. Upon completion, dental assistants in Illinois are authorized to perform coronal polishing procedures in a dental office.
The course is completed in one day, running from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at our Chicago, Illinois training facility at 8755 West Higgins Rd. It combines online didactic modules completed before the in-person hands-on session.
Yes, we offer a separate coronal polishing course that complies with Indiana state requirements. Visit our Indiana Coronal Polishing course page for more details.
Eligibility
To enroll, dental assistants in Illinois must meet one of the following requirements: have 1,000 hours (6 months) of clinical dental assisting experience, have completed a CODA-accredited dental assisting program, or hold a current DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) certification.
Yes, prior experience is required for this course. You must have at least 1,000 hours of clinical dental assisting experience, a CODA-accredited program certificate, or a DANB CDA certification. If you are new to dental assisting with no experience, our Become a Dental Assistant program may be a better starting point.
Pricing & Enrollment
The Illinois Coronal Polishing course is $375 per student. This includes both the online didactic training and the in-person hands-on session at our Chicago facility.
Yes, we offer team enrollment for dental practices looking to train multiple dental assistants at once. Use the Enroll My Team option above or contact us at [email protected] for more information.
We offer the Illinois Coronal Polishing course monthly, giving dental assistants more flexibility to enroll compared to other providers who offer courses quarterly. View the upcoming course dates above to find a date that works for you.
Accreditation
Yes, the course is fully approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) and is consistent with the Illinois Dental Practice Act.
Yes! The Illinois Coronal Polishing course counts toward continuing education (CE) credits. Upon completion, you will earn 7 CE credits along with your certificate authorizing you to perform coronal polishing procedures in Illinois.
Related Courses
Yes, we offer a combined Coronal Polishing and Sealant Placement course that lets you earn both certifications in one day, making it a cost-effective option for dental assistants looking to expand their skills.
In addition to coronal polishing, we offer the following certification courses for dental assistants in Illinois: Pit and Fissure Sealants, EFDA Restorative, and Coronal Scaling. View all available hands-on courses for a full list.