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How to pause and reflect

‘A wise person will learn more from their mistakes than from their successes,’ suggests John Fowler, in this reflective review on clinical leadership

New mums, old tricks

‘It's never too early to brush’ – Gemma Allen says she is ‘just a small cog to the wheels in motion trying to improve the nation's oral health’. She shares her story…

Secrets of a male dental nurse

A chance ‘meeting’ on our Facebook page led Alex Keir-Rawlings and Dom Allen to discuss the ups and downs of being a man in a woman's world. We listened in…

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A New York state of mind

A day in the life of a US dental practice

Are you an EU medical professional?

A guide to permanent residence and British nationality for health workers from abroad

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Who's who in infection control?

A look at decontamination responsibilities and record keeping in the practice, with Charlotte Cash

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Unlocking success

A look at the key points in the process of mentoring within the dental profession, with Trudie Dawson

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Children's oral health and the role of fluoride

Carly Greener-Simon discusses a dental nurse's role in educating patients and parents on the risk factors and consequences of dental decay

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Indemnity – how much protection do I need?

Dental nurses may feel increasingly worried about their potential liability regarding complaints, claims or General Dental Council (GDC) action against them. Andrew Collier considers potential risks...

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Go for green dentistry

Ensuring your practice is environmentally friendly can save time and money – and will paint a good picture for patients, too

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Taking the lead

Glenys Bridges considers the steps towards developing the role of lead dental nurse

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The changing landscape of orthodontics

Lorraine Pretty considers what a shift in patient base means for oral health

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The dental challenges of eating disorders

Professor Andrew Eder explores the effects of bulimia on oral health, most specifically in terms of erosion as a result of self-induced vomiting, and how patients may be helped

Sharing is caring

There is a very good argument for dentists to delegate the job of record keeping to dental nurses. Here's why…

Understanding the risks

What are your options when it comes to safeguarding courses?