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Signs of the times

Why are tattoos considered taboo within a dental environment? Here, dental nurse Emma Bond argues that ink does not always spell ‘unprofessional’ when...

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Never judge a book by its cover

Why we all need to stop and think before making judgement calls

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Dental anxiety, fear and phobia

As a dental therapist, with many years of clinical experience, managing the anxious and phobic patient has become a major part of Christine Maclevy's...

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The ultimate factory reset

Hajnalka Takacs reveals why dental nursing was the perfect escape from the monotony of the production line

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Seizing the right opportunities

Dental nurse Lizzie Boon is a Quality Assurance Auditor for the National Examining Board of Dental Nurses (NEBDN). She walks us through her career in...

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Going green – save cash and give back

How an eco-friendly outlook could make a difference to your practice, with Gaby Bissett

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A positive environment

Jodie Sedgwick is head dental nurse at the {my}dentist Halifax practice. She shares her day…

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Orthodontics – and me

Meet perfectionist Ana Adumitroaei – a long way from her home country of Romania and on the straight road to success in the world of private...

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From bottom to top – and everything in between

He has worked in almost every role within the dental business, including as a dental nurse. Here, Hassan Mushaid explains why he will never stop...

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One step beyond

How big a step is it to becoming a hands-on clinician? Dr Ian Toibin started his dental career as a dental nurse, moving into dental therapy before...

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‘Same meal, different kitchen’

Fiona Welsh is a dental nurse at Community Dental Services – a member of the Association of Dental Groups. Here, she discusses an ‘average’ day…

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‘If I had learned the truth at 17’

Kathryn Marshall reflects on her career and considers how she would have done things differently, knowing what she knows now – it may even help you...