Socially-inclusive dentistry
Janine Doughty and Deborah Parker discuss the many issues of homelessness within the context of dentistry and reveal how dental nurses are leading the way
All Dental essentials
Mystery shopper
In the second part of this series on professional relationships, John Fowler explores ways of developing successful and fruitful interaction with those at the heart of any practice – the patients!
'It does what it says'
This 1980s TV ad strapline for Cuprinol is as relevant today as it ever was, when it comes to checking exactly what your dental waterline cleaner does. Simon Davies explores protocols and safer options
Spotlight on Teeth Team
A dental roadshow with three shining stars
Access all areas
How an unfortunate turns of events also turned Kelly Henderson’s life upside down and her thoughts to those patients who may require a little more of our patience
How to be a leader
Trudie Dawson looks at the impact of effective and ineffective leadership and how this can influence team morale and staff turnover
How to say sorry
Trudie Dawson considers the art of conflict resolution management
Colleagues, communication
In the first article of a new series on the importance of good relationships, John Fowler explores the dynamics that make a successful, working dental team
Pregnancy
There is no greater joy or miracle than the creation of a life. But what does this milestone event mean for mum’s oral health? Here, Charlotte Wake plays stork and delivers a bundle of information
‘Worth more than gold’
What often lies at the heart of any successful practice is the collaborative ethos of its dental team. Here, dentist Andrea Ubhi and lead dental nurse Michelle Harrall share their award-winning ways
Managing medical emergencies
Helen Watson explains how to use the ABCDE approach in the dental practice
A genius ways
Laura Yates reveals why education should be seen as a voyage of discovery rather than a chore
The art and science
Christine Macleavy considers communication in dentistry, the importance of good listening skills and understanding non-verbal signals
Knock their sock off
This is the year of the professional portfolio – so, how will you fair? Fiona Ellwood gives you a running start
Hey presto!
Charlotte Wake considers both the magic – and the reality – of our social media activity
