Patient education

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A whole new world

Fiona Ellwood explains how the Society of British Dental Nurses’ virtual conference reflects the current need for adaptability whilst focusing on the...

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More than just lip service

Why dental nurses should be telling patients of the signs and symptoms of mouth cancer

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Unravelling learning styles

Janine Brooks helps you to identify the best way to optimise your education experience

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Incentivising NHS practices to deliver prevention through skill mix

Simon Hearnshaw talks to Fiona Ellwood about the extensive prevention work that has been going on in NHSE Yorkshire & Humber

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Your audience is human too...

Clare Faulkner shares her public speaking secrets on how to capture, captivate and connect by inspiring, informing – and even entertaining…

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Eyes wide open

Priya Sharma suggests that a transparent approach to complaints handling can make a difference to patient satisfaction

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Taking pain out of appointments

Dental professionals are encouraged to use the basic erosive wear examination as part of every oral assessment in order to prompt early identification...

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Mouth Care Matters

The British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show 2020 will present an array of educational opportunities, including a presentation on a major national...

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Training eyes to save lives

Dental hygienist and therapist Annette Matthews talks about the window of opportunity for dental nurses to talk to patients about sun, skin and the...

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The importance of a patient examination policy

Dentist Ben Atkins considers how a well-mapped patient journey – from meet and greet to follow-up appointment – can benefit everyone, including the...

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Private practice vs NHS care: caring for different demands

Hulya Colak shares her contrasting experience in dental nursing – from working in private practice in a London clinic to nursing in an NHS practice in...

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Sugar – an appetite for change

We hear from dentist James Goolnik about his new book that encourages us all to ‘kick sugar’ and tweak our tastebuds for a healthier life