‘Most of what’s killing us these days is related to sugar’, says a dental professional
A petition calling for the government to limit the sugar content in single-serving food and drink items has been launched by a dental professional.
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Minister comments on dentistry
Lack of access to dentistry ‘truly Dickensian’, says minister
Stephen Kinnock, the minister for care, described the lack of access to NHS ...
Bullying goes unreported
Bullying and harassment go unreported in the workplace due to fear of backlash
One in four employees (25 per cent) have reported being aware of conduct that ...
Tackling smoking in the UK
‘Prevention will always be better than a cure’ to tackle smoking in the UK, says minister
Smoking survivors and bereaved families heard from the minister for public ...
ADHD patients and oral health
Patients with ADHD often suffer with worse oral health, says study
Adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are at a greater ...
Latest CPD More CPD
Nabeela Caratela, Sheena Kotecha and Shane Higgins explore a new initiative which will help show how dental nurses can help support patients with their oral and general health.
Charlotte Wake emphasises the importance of meeting the requirements of the ECPD.
Charlotte Wake emphasises the importance of observational learning for a dental nurse.
Opinion More opinion
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Covid-19: A call for calm
Fiona Ellwood, patron of the Society of British Dental Nurses, shares her insight into the current crisis and offers some timely advice.
Dental essentials More dental essentials
Paying attention
Hannah Burrow discusses the myths and misconceptions around patient education.
Offering a guide
Offering a guide
Fanar Swaida emphasises vital dental emergencies knowledge for ...
Handling complaints
Handling complaints
Charlotte Wake reviews how to best manage patient complaints.
Creating a safe space
Creating a safe space
Claire Frisby discusses the current calls for a DCP wellbeing ...
Careers and education More Careers and education
What are the benefits?
Suzie Sonnabend lists the benefits of further qualifications and advanced training.
A valuable opportunity
A valuable opportunity
Britney Moyce discusses embarking on her career in ...
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Legal & brief More legal & brief
The dental endgame
David Hussey emphasises the importance of retaining a great dental team.
A new lifestyle
Jo Hood details a new programme to create a change of scene.
Lost in translation
Emma Wilson reviews the importance of accurate dental translations for patient trust.
Leading the way
Lisa Andrews discusses managing inappropriate and unwanted behaviours in the workplace.
Clinical More clinical
An infectious issue
Sandeep Acharya, Siobhan Barry and Kevin O’Grady give an overview of a fast-spreading problem for the dental team.
Infection control More infection control
Displaced waste
Rebecca Waters recommends sustainable solutions for waste management.
Creating a safe environment
Creating a safe environment
Emma Bhatt debates how to mitigate an unavoidable occupational ...
Infectious touchpoints
Tracking infectious touchpoints
Rebecca Waters considers the vital importance of hand hygiene ...
Extras More extras
Bringing the team together
Clementine Rees Brown reviews this year’s Invisalign Live event.
An immersive experience
Clementine Rees Brown details Solventum’s dive into the art world and latest launch.
The heart of dental care
The team at the heart of excellent dental care
Clementine Rees Brown reflects on this year’s BDIA Dental ...