Dental Assistant Externship in New Hampshire

Find DA externship opportunities across New Hampshire. Connect with 780+ dental practices, oral surgery centers, and specialty clinics to gain hands-on chairside experience.

780+

Dental Facilities

220+

Job Openings

$0

To Enroll

$850

To Complete

Self-Managed Externship: EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. You contact dental facilities directly to arrange your own placement. This approach gives you flexibility to choose sites near your home and build direct relationships with potential employers.

What is a Dental Assistant Externship?

A dental assistant externship provides hands-on clinical experience in real dental settings. You'll work alongside licensed dentists and dental hygienists, applying classroom knowledge to actual patient care situations.

Our externship is optional and flexible—you decide when and where to complete it. Many students find that externship experience significantly improves their job prospects, though it's not required to complete our program.

EHired's training prepares you for entry-level dental assistant positions. Professional certifications such as DANB CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) are offered by independent credentialing organizations and are optional but can enhance your credentials when you're ready.

Skills You'll Practice

  • Chairside assisting during procedures
  • Instrument sterilization & infection control
  • Treatment room setup & breakdown
  • Patient scheduling & dental charting
  • Impression taking & suctioning
  • Patient communication & education

DA Externship Sites in New Hampshire

Explore dental facilities across New Hampshire that may accept externship students. Contact facilities directly to inquire about externship opportunities.

🏙️ Manchester/Nashua (Hillsborough County)

New Hampshire's population center with Boston access.

🦷 General & Family Dentistry

Aspen Dental Manchester, Gentle Dental Nashua, Dental Associates of NH, Bedford Dental, Merrimack Dental Care, Londonderry Dental, Salem Dental Group

🔬 Specialty Practices

Manchester Oral Surgery, Southern NH Orthodontics, Hillsborough Periodontics, Pediatric Dental Associates Manchester

🏥 Dental Clinics & Community Health

Families in Transition Health Dental, Manchester Community Health Dental, Harbor Homes Dental, Greater Nashua Dental Clinic

💡 Tip: Manchester/Nashua is southern NH population center. Boston accessible for additional opportunities. No state income tax is major benefit. Growing region.

🏛️ Concord/Central NH (Merrimack County)

State capital with government workforce and regional services.

🦷 General & Family Dentistry

Aspen Dental Concord, Concord Family Dental, Bow Dental, Hooksett Dental Care, Pembroke Dental, Laconia Dental

🔬 Specialty Practices

Concord Oral Surgery, Central NH Orthodontics, Capital Area Periodontics, Pediatric Dentistry of Concord

🏥 Dental Clinics & Community Health

Concord Hospital Dental Clinic, Community Health & Wellness Dental, Riverbend Community Mental Health Dental

💡 Tip: Concord is state capital with government workforce. Lakes Region (Laconia) has tourism. Central NH hub for regional dental services.

🌊 Seacoast (Rockingham, Strafford Counties)

Coastal communities with Portsmouth and Dover dental services.

🦷 General & Family Dentistry

Portsmouth Dental, Dover Family Dental, Exeter Dental Care, Rochester Dental, Hampton Dental, Newmarket Dental

🔬 Specialty Practices

Seacoast Oral Surgery, Portsmouth Orthodontics, Coastal Periodontics, Seacoast Pediatric Dentistry

🏥 Dental Clinics & Community Health

Families First Health Dental (Portsmouth), Goodwin Community Health Dental, Lamprey Health Care Dental, Community Partners Dental

💡 Tip: Seacoast NH has year-round appeal. Portland, Maine and Boston accessible. UNH (Durham) creates young population. Quality of life attracts workers.

🏔️ Upper Valley/North Country (Grafton, Coos Counties)

Dartmouth region and White Mountains with rural dental needs.

🦷 General & Family Dentistry

Dartmouth-accessible specialists, Lebanon Dental, Littleton Family Dental, Berlin Dental Care, Claremont Dental, Plymouth Dental

🔬 Specialty Practices

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Dental Specialists, Upper Valley Orthodontics, North Country Periodontics

🏥 Dental Clinics & Community Health

Upper Valley Pediatric Dentistry, Alice Peck Day Dental, North Country Health Consortium Dental, Ammonoosuc Community Health Dental

💡 Tip: Upper Valley accesses Dartmouth-Hitchcock. North Country has significant shortages. White Mountains tourism. Beautiful but isolated with incentive opportunities.

How to Arrange Your Externship

1

Research Facilities

Identify dental practices, specialty offices, and clinics in your area that interest you.

2

Contact Directly

Call or email office managers to inquire about externship opportunities and requirements.

3

Schedule & Complete

Arrange hours that work for both parties. Our externship is flexible—no minimum hours required.

4

Build Relationships

Many externships lead directly to job offers. Treat every day as an extended interview.

New Hampshire Dental Assistant Information

State Regulations

New Hampshire does not require dental assistant licensure for basic duties. Expanded function permits available. Radiography certification required. Boston dental market accessible from southern NH.

New Hampshire Dental Board

About Certifications

Professional certifications such as DANB CDA (Certified Dental Assistant) are offered by independent credentialing organizations. These certifications are optional but can enhance your credentials and earning potential.

EHired training prepares you for entry-level positions and helps build the knowledge foundation for pursuing optional certifications when you're ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find DA externship sites in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire has 780+ dental facilities. Southern NH accesses Boston dental market. Community health centers (Families First, Goodwin) serve diverse populations. Rural areas have shortages. Contact facilities directly about externships.
Does New Hampshire require dental assistant certification?
New Hampshire does not require licensure for basic dental assistant duties. Expanded function permits available for additional procedures. Radiography certification required for taking X-rays.
What's unique about New Hampshire's dental job market?
New Hampshire has no state income tax—significant financial benefit. Boston dental market accessible from southern NH. Beautiful outdoor lifestyle. Rural areas have workforce shortages with incentive packages.
Can New Hampshire residents access Boston dental jobs?
Yes—southern NH (Manchester, Nashua, Salem) is part of Greater Boston region. Many NH residents work in Massachusetts dental. Cross-border commuting is common and expands job options significantly.

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