Dental hygiene and therapy

Scope of practice: navigating the new legislation

Tom Chaston explores how new legislation is reshaping the roles of dental hygienists and dental therapists, bringing greater autonomy, fresh…

Dentistry

Addressing the dental hygienist and therapist workforce shortfall

Mohammed Ghafoor discusses the barriers facing EU-trained dental hygienists and dental therapists. The UK is currently grappling with a significant…

Dentistry

Tides of change: progress and headwinds for dental therapists

Imogen Fox outlines the milestone journey of dental therapists and the remaining challenges preventing them from fully reaching their potential.…

Dentistry

Life as a dental hygienist in Ireland

Mia Coffey shares a day in her life as a dental hygienist in Ireland, the challenges she faces in her…

Dentistry

The rise of the NHS dental therapist: life at the coalface

Dave Martin reflects on the decades-long journey of dental therapists in the NHS and the barriers they continue to face…

Dentistry

How a poor Google review changed my dental marketing

Christina Chatfield on how a wake-up call led her to take a fresh approach to her patient education. Eighteen years…

Business

Military to community dentistry: a journey of adventure and resilience

Dental hygienist Tara Pile shares the twists and turns that have led to a life-changing career in oral care. Life…

Oral health

Why patient awareness is more important than ever

Amy Mesilio Peralta explores patient misconceptions about dental therapists and hygienists, highlighting the need for greater awareness and education both…

Dentistry

Unlocking the power of therapy-led care

Claire Bennett discusses the advantages and learning opportunities that come with integrating a therapy-led model into practice. As the dental…

Dentistry

From prevention to policy: the power of dental hygienists and therapists

Rachael England explores why dental hygienists and therapists are vital in improving global oral health and advancing preventative care. For…

Dentistry

The business of biofilm – part two

In the second of two articles, award-winning dental hygienist Claire-Louise Berry considers the core strategies for successfully marketing a ‘sexy’…

Dentistry

My first dental patient experience

Charlie Steward, a dental therapy student, shares his experience treating his first patient, offering insight into the challenges and lessons…

Dentistry

The influence of mentorship on professional growth

Cat Edney explores how mentorship shapes dental therapists’ growth, sharing insights from two professionals with diverse experiences. The journey of…

Columnists

Putting evidence-based dentistry into practice

Enhanced efficiency, reduced risk and patient-centred care are just three key benefits of practicing evidence-based dentistry (EBD), according to specialist…

Dentistry

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Dental therapy – love at first bite?

Cat Edney looks back on 20 years of Valentine’s Day patients, and the highs and lows of a relationship with…

Columnists

A week in the life of a dental academic and BADT chair

Joanne Bowles shares a week in her life as a dental academic and secretary and chair elect for the British…

Dentistry

A day in the life of an orthodontic therapist

Chrystal Sharp walks through a day in the life of an orthodontic therapist, highlighting her responsibilities and role in the…

Dentistry

A step-by-step strategy for becoming a therapy-led practice

Introducing a therapy-led model requires a strategic plan – this month, Cat Edney shares how to make it as smooth…

Business

At-home patient regime recommendations achieve better oral hygiene

Marissa Bell, Sulaman Anwar and Anna Middleton explain how they utilise product recommendations to help patients achieve better oral health…

Oral health

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