Training for the unthinkable
Katherine Pearce reveals where dental nurses fit in to a forensic investigation
All Clinical
Fluoride
Christine MacLeavy considers the effective application of fluoride varnish in this peer-reviewed CPD article
‘Sometimes, I’m snowed under’
Senior dental nurse Laura Coles talks about the whitening journey from a dental nurse’s perspective
A clear alternative
Marie Bones shares her experience of Invisalign – and consider the role of the dental nurse
Procedure for using an inhaler
Phil Jevon considers the asthmatic patient in a dental setting
Oral care for head and neck
When a patient is diagnosed with head and neck cancer, their oral health will likely be the last thing on their mind. Dentist Francesca Capaldi and dental nurse Catriona Arnott explain the best approach
Use of clinical photography
Kelly Henderson considers how photography as a dental record can aid your practice, clinical skills and become your indisputable evidence should you need it.
Calming a storm
Lesley Redman considers the importance of oral desensitisation in relation to dementia and additional needs
New denture care advice
Global guidelines have been announced to tackle the wealth of inconsistent and contradictory advice on the best care and maintenance of full dentures
Debunking dental myths
Patients are full of interesting information gleaned from the internet. Here, dental therapist Melonie Prebble wades through the good, the bad and the alarming to offer some guidance on what to say when confronted with those questionable ‘facts’
Crisis at Christmas – and you
Natalie Bradley explains why this annual volunteer-led dental service for homeless and vulnerably housed people needs you
An overview
Emma Male explores the function and components of the digestive system
Implant care – and you
Marie Bones considers the dental nurse’s important role
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Radiography
Having the post-registration qualification of dental radiography under your belt can expand your horizons, your practical skills, and the scope of your professional life. Hannah Fullerton explains how this new aspect to your role adds extra responsibility and focus
The cracker challenge
How many dry crackers can you eat in one minute? World Record is four. Jocelyn Harding investigates
