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With the recent announcement from Government that vaccinations would become mandatory in England for all healthcare staff working face-to-face with patients. This will apply to all dental settings providing CQC regulated activity, although it must be noted this still needs parliamentary approval. We have received numerous calls from concerned dental nurses, student dental nurses, practice […]

Our President Fiona Ellwood as a patron of BFS presented at the recent BFS Conference, the key topic being advocacy and clear messaging. You can now hear all of the speakers by following the link below. Fiona called for better knowledge, access to the evidence, the opportunity to be prepared when patients are in doubt

Chris Barrow open discussion event is likely to be a frank and open discussion on the back of all of the challenges he is experiencing in practices and on the back of our call trends. FREE webinar – for all to attend. We hope you will come armed with a number of questions and share

We celebrate the pride of dental nurses on the day of the first dental nursing examination in 1943. It is always a day of pride and celebration and a day to remember all of those fantastic dental nurses out there who work tirelessly to care for patients, support clinicians and ensure the safe and efficient

It was announced today that as of April 2022 all those who are patient facing and working in CQC regulated activity will be required to have the COVID-19 vaccinations. There are suggestions that there will be exemptions for those who cannot take part in the vaccination programme on medical grounds. This includes both NHS and

SBDN are huge advocates for mentoring and mentorship and have trained and practicing mentors – yet another benefit to your membership with us. The Society are proud to not only be mentors but to support others in becoming a mentor. Mentoring in the workplace is essential and it is no difference in education, but it

A subject never far away from the dental press and the wider healthcare settings, but a subject that has always held a vital part in the day to day smooth running of a dental workspace. Dental nurses tend to be the focal point in infection prevention and control and have really taken the lead in

Greater Development Support Options Introduced for Professionals with Conditions and Undertakings. Original GDC Post Today we have announced changes to the way dental professionals in England with conditions or undertakings will arrange their development support. From 1 October 2021 professionals will have greater options and flexibility with regards to who provides their development support, which has historically only been available through Health Education England.  Conditions or undertakings are applied