Two thirds of UK dental hygienists work in private practice
More than two thirds of dental hygienists and half of dental therapists in clinical roles work in the private sector. This is according to a
More than two thirds of dental hygienists and half of dental therapists in clinical roles work in the private sector. This is according to a
A greater emphasis on therapy-led dentistry was among the measures announced in the NHS 10-Year Health Plan, but how will this work? Dental therapists share
As calls are made for the expansion of training places in dentistry, we spoke with leading dental experts on what they think is needed to
We hear from dental hygienists and therapists about why they are essential for improving access to dental care. Grant Simleit, dental hygienist at Dental Confidence,
Dentistry is delighted to celebrate National Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist Day for its second year – here we detail why it’s important to recognise and
Thinking of becoming a therapy-led practice? Cat Edney shares an essential, practical tool to simplify referrals, boost collaboration and support a smooth transition. Becoming a
After a lonely and disheartening start to her career as a dental therapist, Lydia Austin shares how dental therapy foundation training gave her renewed confidence,
Tom Chaston explores how new legislation is reshaping the roles of dental hygienists and dental therapists, bringing greater autonomy, fresh challenges and new indemnity considerations.
Mohammed Ghafoor discusses the barriers facing EU-trained dental hygienists and dental therapists. The UK is currently grappling with a significant shortage of dental hygienists and
Imogen Fox outlines the milestone journey of dental therapists and the remaining challenges preventing them from fully reaching their potential. In 2011, I embarked on
Dave Martin reflects on the decades-long journey of dental therapists in the NHS and the barriers they continue to face today. It was 1963 when
Amy Mesilio Peralta explores patient misconceptions about dental therapists and hygienists, highlighting the need for greater awareness and education both inside and outside of the