Does your grandma like Frozen
We look at the important role you have to play in patient education – and hear from you about some of the bizarre questions you've been asked by patients
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We need to talk about racism
Fathia Jeilani is a British Somalian dental nurse. Here, she talks about the challenges she has faced and how we can all work together to effect positive change
Cleaning up with Dürr Dental
Cwmbran Dental Care near Newport in Wales were the lucky winners of our recent Dürr Dental giveaway.
What I wish...
In this anonymous open letter from a reader to a previous manager, she reveals how the death of a much-loved family pet forced her to reassess her stressful workplace situation and seek pastures new
New proposals on fluoridation
The Secretary of State Matt Hancock has confirmed plans for radical NHS reforms, which include proposals to remove the barriers to water fluoridation schemes in the UK.
Childhood tooth decay resource
Oral-B has worked with the University of Leeds to develop a range of material to help dental professionals address the issue of childhood tooth decay with parents and carers.
BSPD innovation winner
The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD) has announced its the winner of annual Outstanding Innovation Award.
Safeguarding
Take the Child Protection Company’s test to see if you are up to speed with best practice
Vitamin C and bleeding gums
A new study indicates that low levels of vitamin C in the bloodstream may be an underlying cause of bleeding gums.
COVID-19 cosmetic dentistry
Rachael Norton is a dental nurse at Bow Lane Dental Group in the City of London. Here, she discusses the pandemic’s impact on smile makeovers and how patients are considering the bigger picture when it comes to their dental care
‘DIY dentistry’ – kit sales
The British Dental Association has said the surge in sales of DIY dental kits reflect the policies adopted by government since the first lockdown.
'Operation Pottymouth'
Good news: The bacteria living on your toothbrush reflect the mouth – not your toilet.
Animals helping dental nurses
The February issue of Dental Nursing celebrates the power of pets – and how they can make a difference to dental nurses whose role is often challenging amid this pandemic.
Retired dentist’s app
A newly retired dentist has pledged to continue looking after the teeth of the nation by launching an oral health app.
Janet Goodwin Memorial Fund
The Oral Health Foundation has joined the British Association of Dental Nurses (BADN) to launch the Janet Goodwin Memorial Fund, which will support dental nursing students and registered dental nurses with bursaries for the development of their careers.
