Richard Guyver, Principal at enVisage Dental Practice, discusses implementing a diabetes screening programme in the dental practice and the role of the dental nursing team in making it a success
So much of our current learning feels so repetitive and routine that our brains pay less attention to it. Presenters or tutors do most of the talking and audiences do most of the listening. In this...
The aim of this paper is to discuss cancer of the head and neck, the causes, and potential treatment options and their side effects. It also discusses the role of the specialist dental team in...
Understanding a person's readiness to change could improve the way in which oral hygiene interventions and advice are given in the clinical setting. The aim of this article, therefore, is to provide a...
Xylitol, a naturally occurring sugar found in plants and fruits, is becoming an increasingly important agent against tooth decay. Dominique Tillen, Founder and Direct of Brushbaby, looks further at...
Dental radiography can be carried out safely, with doses to patients, staff and visitors kept to a minimum by following fundamental principles. As dental nurses are present when most x-rays are taken,...
Impression materials are used to record the shape of the teeth and alveolar ridges. There are a wide variety of impression materials available, each with their own properties, advantages and...
Mouthguards or gumshields are used to protect patients’ teeth against damage from sports injuries or bruxism. Dental care professionals have a role in producing these appliances and supporting...
Poor dental health can affect a person's comfort, appearance, eating, nutrition, behaviour and general health. Every person with dementia needs an individualised preventive approach to dental care...
Pregnancy provides an opportunity for education on the role of oral health for both the mother and her unborn child. Advice given at this time can be extremely effective when tailored to the...
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition associated with periodontal disease and dry mouth. In addition, patients can find oral health care difficult. Dental care professionals need to be able...
The capillary refill test is a measurement of the time interval from the release of soft tissue pressure until the return to normal coloration. This article explains the use of this measurement in the...
This article aims to review the introduction of close support dentistry in the undergraduate curriculum for dental science and dental nursing students by improving their understanding of the benefits...
As aspiration of bacteria in oropharyngeal secretions is an important risk factor for pneumonia in the young and elderly, poor oral health may also contribute to the development of pneumonia. This...
