Professionalism/career development

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Writing for publication. Part 3: case studies, projects, abstracts

This series is designed to help you, the dental nurse, write for professional publication. This article examines different types of articles that you...

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What to expect from an induction programme

An effective period of induction training helps ensure that new members of staff quickly become confident and competent in their new role. This...

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From dental nurse to dentist

In this article, Helen Wheddon talks about her career, and why she chose to move roles from a dental nurse to become a dentist

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Writing for publication. Part 2: structure and interest

This series is aimed at dental nurses who want to develop their skills and share some of their knowledge or experience with other dental practitioners...

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Writing for publication. Part 1: getting started

This series is aimed at dental nurses who want to develop their skills and share some of their knowledge or experience with other dental nurses by...

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A guide to recruitment for dental nurses

In this article, Kate Russell explains what steps employers take when they are recruiting and how you can increase your chances of getting the job...

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Becoming a locum dental nurse

In this article, Wendy Groves describes her journey from working in a practice to becoming a locum dental nurse

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Effective time management: tips for dental nurses

How well do you or your team manage your routine on a day-to-day basis to ensure that it runs as effectively as possible? How often do you review why...

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A fast track welcome to dentistry

The need for an expanded skills mix within dental teams can lead to the decision to bring in new team members with the required skills from outside of...

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Dental nurses in research

The involvement of nurses in research has little mention within dentistry. Dental research trials tend to be undertaken in the hospital environment,...

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The professional image of dental nursing

A professional narrative is a collection of stories created to illustrate the work of professionals. For dental nurses, constructing a professional...

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The modern day dental nurse – the pathway to nurse-led clinics

Rachel Hughes has successfully implemented a nurse-led clinic at her practice based solely on using the extended Scope of Practice. Here she discusses...