Gemma Forsythe
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Nursing Matters – the worrying truth about baby food
This month, Gemma Forsythe discusses the importance of educating patients on the sugar content of baby food. Action On Sugar…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – dental nurses deserve more recognition
To mark National Dental Nurses Day, Gemma Forsythe reflects on how integral nurses are to the dental team and why…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – opening up conversations about alcohol intake
In light of ‘Sober October’, Gemma Forsythe discusses the importance of opening up conversations about alcohol consumption. This month’s topic…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – how to support patients living with Alzheimer’s
In light of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, Gemma Forysthe shares how to support patients living with Alzheimer’s and everything you need…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – the importance of oral health conversations with children
With tooth decay as the single highest reason for hospital admittance for children, this month Gemma Forsythe discusses how dental…
Dental Nursing
Irish Dentistry Show – your chance to see Gemma Forsythe
Catch Gemma Forsythe at the Irish Dentistry Show as she discusses people-centred care for patients with additional needs in general…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – utilising your personal development plan (PDP)
This month for Nursing Matters, Gemma Forsythe offers advice on how to get the most out of your Personal Development…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – how we can all promote LGBTQ+ inclusivity
In celebration of pride month, Gemma Forsythe has spoken to LGBTQ+ members within the profession to discuss their experiences and…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – placing the focus on mental health
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Gemma Forsythe talks about wellbeing within dentistry and combatting feelings of loneliness. I have…
Dental Nursing
Changing patients’ negative perceptions about dentistry
Gemma Forsythe details the best ways to handle nervous patients and reassure their apprehensions. How many times has a patient…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – why dental nurses should attend dentistry shows
Gemma Forsythe talks about dentistry shows and why she encourages dental nurses to get themselves registered. I used to be…
Dental Nursing
Nursing Matters – top tips for job interviews
Gemma Forsythe offers her top tips for dental nursing job interviews and how to make sure it is the right…
Dental Nursing
North of England Dentistry Show – Gemma Forsythe on patient-centred care
Gemma Forsythe will talk at the first ever Dental Nursing Hub at the upcoming North of England Dentistry Show. FMC…
Dental Nursing
Nursing matters – set goals, not new year’s resolutions
Gemma Forsythe discusses new year’s resolutions in dental nursing and the healthy way to set goals in 2022. Happy New…
Dental Nursing
Nursing matters – how important is the working relationship between dentist and dental nurse?
Gemma Forsythe rounds off 2021 with a discussion on the communication between dental nurse and dentist. Teamwork is essential for…
Dental Nursing
Nursing matters – celebrating Dental Nurses Day this November
Gemma Forsythe details the delights of dental nursing and why the profession should stand proud this November. There can be…
Dental Nursing
Nursing matters – how can practices retain staff during the dental nursing crisis?
Gemma Forsythe talks about the recruitment crisis within dental nursing and what needs to happen to fix it. It is…
Dental Nursing
Nursing matters – it always seems impossible until it’s done
Gemma Forysthe opens up about the ins and outs of getting her dental nursing qualification – and what trainees can…
Dental Nursing
Dentistry podcast – Gemma Forsythe on giving a voice to dental nurses
Gemma Forsythe provides insight into the day-to-day of dental nursing and why she thinks some nurses are leaving the profession.…
Dentistry