Supporting patients through jaw surgery
Ibrahim Rana explores the dental nurse’s role in the orthognathic surgery pathway....
A greater emphasis
Arooj Beg and Charlotte Proctor explain the importance of supporting autistic patients. ...
Integral to the process
Arooj Beg outlines the oral health complications and considerations for patients undergoing radiotherapy to the head and neck. ...
Overcoming resistance
Sian Ellingworth outlines some practical strategies for supporting patients with sensory difficulties....
Time to break the silence
Ayesha Mir discusses the issues around harassment and bullying in dentistry. ...
The critical role of autoclaves
Mark Beckwith explores the essential role of autoclaves in the safe decontamination of dental handpieces. ...
Managing water quality
Laura Yates discusses the problems caused by biofilm and the importance of monitoring to control and prevent microbial contamination in dental unit water lines (DUWLs)....
Prepared, not panicked
Ayesha Mir offers a guide to mental health first aid in the dental practice. ...
Safe and ethical care
Habiba Gohur outlines the role of the dental professional in child protection. ...
Addressing anxiety
Rida Azam discusses the dental nurse’s role when it comes to anxiety management. ...
Clarity, capacity and consent
Ayesha Mir explores how the dental nurse and wider team members can play a vital role in improving patient understanding and trust....
The clean benefits of enzymes
Laura Yates discusses the effective cleaning properties of enzymes, and the benefits that enzymatic cleaning materials bring to infection control in healthcare settings. ...