For many dental practices, employing trainee dental nurses can be an effective way of recruiting team members who can be trained to the standards of the practice. This approach not only enables the practice to nurture and develop talent within dental nursing, but also ensures that these new team members possess the skills to contribute to the longer-term success of the practice. 

We are delighted to introduce Gemma Hutchinson, our newest addition to the administrative and student support team. Gemma has a wealth of experience, having worked in the dental industry for over ten years. She initially came to our attention as one of our standout students during the NEBDN OHE course in 2019. Her work demonstrated exceptional quality, to the extent that we sought permission to use it as an exemplary reference for our other students.

Team management is all about people management and is one of the key duties of a dental practice manager. You need to be able to demonstrate patience and understanding around the issues that arise during the day-to-day running of the practice, and there are a number of strategies that you can implement to help you in creating a harmonious and effective working team.

DIY dentistry is a growing trend in the UK. It involves people carrying out treatments such as teeth whitening, repairing cavities and minor orthodontic work at home without professional intervention. In this article, we are going to explore some of the most prevalent DIY dentistry trends, the reasons why some people are undertaking it and the consequences of attempting anything without the guidance of a dental professional. 

Are you thinking about delving into the world of dental nursing, but are not quite ready to take the plunge into a full qualification? Or are you an employer, uncertain about an employee's path forward as an aspiring dental nurse or their commitment to the role? Let's embark on an exploration of Dental Nurse Network's new foundation course in Dental Nursing and what that could mean for you.