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…
All Careers and education
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…
Unlocking success
A look at the key points in the process of mentoring within the dental profession, with Trudie Dawson
Diversity – and you
As the world becomes multicultural and ethnically diverse, associated communication issues appear more frequently
Taking the lead
Glenys Bridges considers the steps towards developing the role of lead dental nurse
Do you wear it well?
All members of staff must take a sensible and safe approach to their dress and appearance, cleanliness and personal hygiene. Charlotte Cash explains why
CPD – quality or quantity?
Continuing Professional Development – what does it mean to you? Charlotte Wake goes on the hunt for suitable sources and discovers some good practice along the way
Take the plunge
Dental nurse Michaela Coate reveals how reaching out to those who need us most is made easy with the support of a national oral health charity scheme
Thinking implant dentistry? Think training
Kasia Allan explains why dental nurses should look at training in implant dentistry
‘I am just a dental nurse’
Priya Sharma suggests that we can all break down the stereotypes – by becoming ambassadors
‘I struck gold’
Rachael Norton is head dental nurse in a high-end cosmetic clinic in the heart of London. Here she reveals how a dental nurse can be the jewel in the crown of any successful practice
How to ensure a team of high flyers
This series continues to explore the leadership skills of the dental nurse. With John Fowler
The anxieties of expectation
Trudie Dawson explores safeguarding and what this means for you
How to set up your own businessHow to set up your own business
Variety is the spice of life for dental nurse Charlotte Lindsey. A fairly new recruit to the profession, her expansive experience has inspired her to to set up as a locum – an exciting next step in her career
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 it comes to body art and dentistry
