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Miranda Steeples shares insight into the dental hygienist and dental therapist approval of exemptions legislation. In a recent stride towards enhancing the operational capacity and efficacy of oral healthcare in the UK, a pivotal legislative amendment is underway. This change pertains to the Human Medicines Regulations 2012 (HMRs), enabling dental hygienists and dental therapists to…
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‘This is such an exciting time’: In the lead up to National Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist Day, Miranda Steeples looks back at how these two roles have evolved throughout history. From dental auxiliaries to dental care professionals Around one hundred years ago, dentistry was in turmoil. Dentists were trying to establish themselves as a…
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Miranda Steeples explores the potential transformative power of professional coaching and mentoring for dental hygienists and dental therapists. As we step into 2024, the landscape of dental healthcare in the UK continues to evolve, bringing with it many opportunities and challenges for all dental professionals. For dental hygienists and dental therapists in particular, steering through…
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Miranda Steeples considers the importance of professional organisations in the era of social media. In today’s digital age, where information is just a click away and communities form around shared interests in the blink of an eye, it’s easy to understand why many turn to social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram for guidance and…
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Do you want to know more about public perception, views and experiences of dentistry? Miranda Steeples delves into the latest data published by the General Dental Council. It’s always of great interest to us at the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) when new data becomes available, whether it be clinical or about…
