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Am I settling by working as a dental nurse?

Sarah McKimm shares her advice with a dental nurse who is questioning whether she should be more ambitious in her…

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I feel trapped by the financial pressure of practice ownership

‘Sustainability isn’t only financial, it’s emotional’ – Sarah McKimm advises a practice owner on coping with financial strain in dentistry.…

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Inappropriate behaviour from a colleague: how should I respond?

Sarah McKimm shares her advice for setting clear professional boundaries and managing inappropriate behaviour from a colleague. The scenario I’m…

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I’m nervous to return to dentistry after extended sick leave

Coming back to the dental practice after a long period of sick leave can be daunting – Sarah McKimm shares…

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My employee’s personal life is impacting my dental business

How should employers react when a team member’s personal life is having a negative impact on their work? Sarah McKimm…

Business

How do I stay relevant when the dental profession is changing so fast?

With techniques and technology evolving fast in dentistry, Sarah McKimm advises a reader on how to feel relevant and keep…

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I need time off dentistry but I don’t know how to ask for it

When burnout hits, asking for time off can seem daunting – Sarah McKimm shares why speaking up matters and how…

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A patient reported me to the GDC – I feel betrayed and confused

This month, Sarah McKimm responds to a reader struggling with a patient complaint and offers practical steps to manage the…

Dentistry

Workplace bullying in dentistry: ‘I’m being targeted by senior staff – but I’m scared to report it’

Sarah McKimm tackles the problem of workplace bullying, and reveals the steps she would take towards reclaiming control and resolution.…

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