Nursing Matters

Addressing menopause in the dental practice

This month, Gemma Forsythe discusses how dental practices can create an open and supportive environment for women experiencing menopause symptoms.…

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Domestic abuse: is it any of our business in dentistry?

For Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October, Gemma Forsythe talks to Preetee Hylton about the signs of domestic abuse and…

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From dental nurse to client experience manager: finding your strengths

Gemma Forsythe chats to Chloe Phillips about her journey from trainee dental nurse to client experience manager, and the importance…

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Let’s talk dental therapy

Following Rishi Sunak’s proposal to increase training places for dental therapists, Gemma Forsythe talks to Lauren Long about her experience…

Dental Nursing

Nursing Matters – why are dental nurses leaving the profession?

This month, Gemma Forsythe discusses the dental nursing recruitment crisis and her advice for both practice owners and dental nurses…

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Nursing Matters – Hayley O’Neill on saving dental nursing

This month, Gemma Forsythe chats to Hayley O’Neill about the problems facing the dental nursing career and why she wants…

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Nursing matters – caring for stroke survivors

To mark Stroke Awareness Month this May, Gemma Forsythe explains how dental professionals can adapt the patient experience for stroke…

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Nursing Matters – managing stress in dentistry

‘It’s not a sign of weakness’ – to mark Stress Awareness Month this April, Gemma Forsythe sheds light on stress…

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Nursing Matters – The Molar Mindset: the new wellbeing platform for dental nurses

With many nurses currently feeling undervalued, Gemma Forsythe talks to a co-founder of Molar Mindset, a new platform designed to…

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Nursing Matters – what is Action for Dental Nurses?

With an ongoing dental nursing recruitment and retention crisis in dentistry, this month Gemma Forsythe speaks to Action for Dental…

Dental Nursing

Nursing Matters – get your patients involved this Flossuary!

This month Gemma Forsythe discusses how and why to get your patients involved with Flossuary, the 28 day flossing challenge,…

Dental Nursing

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…

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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…

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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…

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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

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…

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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…

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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…

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