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 qualifying as a dentist. Here, he extols the virtues of dental therapy in practice
All Careers and education
‘Dental nurse practitioners’ – what are they?
In an ever-evolving dental world, we hear from Nick Barker on how dental nurse practitioners – at present, an aspirational title – are providing preventative clinical care within dentistry
Your role in implant care
We take a look an implant education specifically for dental nurses at the ADI Team Congress 2017
A dental nurse's role in… direct restorations
You don't have to look too far into Levison, the dental nurse's bible, or Carol Hollins' book to revise what a dental nurse's role is when carrying out restorations, says Christine Macleavy, but…
‘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…
Mindfulness – a power boost for a busy lifestyle
Glenys Bridges considers how harnessing this philosophical practice may redress the balance when the many demands of your professional world take over
Training – vital for practice growth
Good governance can help to drive your practice forward. Nicki Rowland looks at staff training and how learning is essential to practice growth
‘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 find the right pathway!
Leadership and mentoring
This series continues to explore the leadership skills of the dental nurse. With John Fowler
Any time, any place, anywhere…
…there's a wonderful eLearning world you can share. The benefits of online training for you and your practice, with Robert Dyas
What is a professional?
Charlotte Wake investigates how, for the dental nurse, it's not just a title, it's a way of life
‘Spiderman for the afternoon’
Dental nurse Kirsty Nutting reveals why first impressions count
Clinical deviation
Following clinical guidance is not mandatory – but healthcare professionals must ensure they have good reasons for departing from recommended care pathways
Is your practice well led?
Nicki Rowland explores how the new Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection regime has changed the way in which we are required to work
Community dentistry – it does more than fill in the gaps
Sharon Howe details her role as a dental nurse at the community dental services (CDS-CIC) in Suffolk. She gained her certificate in Special Care Dental Nursing in 2012
