Kelly Henderson discusses the importance of consent for every patient, investigates the need for consent, considers the Gillick competency and looks at those who can give consent
Laura Horton lives and breathes dentistry. Celebrating 20 years in the industry, she believes the sky is the limit for those dental nurses wishing to expand their horizons. She talks to Julie Bissett
Nicki Rowland explores ‘the five dysfunctions of a team’ and how to manage them in your dental practice
Rob Jagger makes the case for single-use hand instruments in general dental practice
Shilla Talati considers the all-essential Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
What challenges do our patients bring in a world of celebrity? Charlotte Wake investigates
Social media – is a boon or a bane? Julie Bissett considers the pros and cons of an online presence
The series exploring how best to develop key leadership qualities this month focuses on clinical leadership, with John Fowler
There has never been a better time to train as an oral health educator. Here's why…
Tommy Macgregor recalls how making the right moves has taken him from raised eyebrows to eye-opening experiences
James Ashton gets some dental advice from specialist registrar Rebecca Willis and dental nurse Kelly Bent..
A handpiece that disintegrates in the patient's mouth at high speed is a serious matter, and any professional found using counterfeit or substandard equipment risks their GDC registration, and...
Alison Steadward considers the importance of a dental nurse's role in the 21st-century world of dentistry
Amid a busy professional day, it's important to hang on to an all-essential basic skill, says Charlotte Wake