CDA-DANB Certified Dental Assistant Exam Study Guide 2026–2027
Comprehensive Review, 300 Practice Questions, and Detailed Answer Explanations
By Capra Academy · Paperback · $29.99
Book Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Edition | 2026–2027 |
| Format | Paperback |
| Print length | 263 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 9798161937693 |
| ASIN | B0HMS7FZFK |
| Publication date | October 12, 2026 |
| Author | Capra Academy |
About This Book
Organize preparation for General Chairside Assisting, Infection Control, and Radiation Health and Safety with focused review, 300 practice questions, and detailed explanations. This independent guide supports exam study; certification eligibility and the duties you may perform remain controlled by DANB and the applicable state.
What’s Inside
- GC: patient evaluation, histories, and documentation
- GC: patient management and practice administration
- GC: chairside dentistry, instrument transfer, and field control
- GC: dental materials and handling
- ICE: disease transmission and cross-contamination prevention
- ICE: instrument/device processing and occupational safety
- RHS: imaging purpose, technique, protection, and infection prevention
- 300 practice questions with detailed answer explanations
- Test-taking strategies and a structured final review
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How to Use This Guide
Use the official blueprint to define your scope, then combine focused review with original scenario practice and an error log. Explain why your selected answer is strongest and why alternatives are weaker. This independent Capra Academy guide is not an official sponsor publication, does not establish exam eligibility, and does not guarantee a passing score.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers the CDA-DANB certification?
The CDA-DANB credential is administered by Dental Assisting National Board (DANB). Candidates should always confirm current eligibility, fees, testing windows, and policies with the certifying organization.
Who is this study guide for?
This guide is written for dental assistants preparing for DANB’s CDA component examinations and checking the applicable education, experience, and CPR pathway.
How should I use the practice questions?
Use them diagnostically: identify weak domains, review the underlying concept, and revisit missed questions until you can explain why each answer choice is correct or incorrect.
Official Sources
DANB: CDA examination, current eligibility, fees, and format
DANB: 2026 CDA application packet
DANB: current candidate handbook
DANB: General Chairside Assisting outline
DANB: Infection Control outline
DANB: Radiation Health and Safety outline
DANB: National Entry Level Dental Assistant (NELDA)
DANB: state dental assisting requirements