You’ve just gained your Level 3, 4, or even 5 in Education and Training, and you feel ready to take on your first dental nurse tutor role. But where do you start, and how do you succeed in finding employment?

Becoming a dental nurse tutor is a natural path of progression for some in the dental industry, and it can be a position that holds a lot of interest and stimulation as you help to guide the next generation of excellent dental nurses. But what does the role entail, and how do you become a tutor?

Every year, dental care professionals all over the world take part in World Oral Health Day on the 20th March. This year, we are calling all dental nurses to arms to get involved in spreading awareness of good oral health.

Registered dental nurses are legally obliged to have suitable indemnity insurance in place before working in a clinic. This requirement ensures that any patient facing harm during treatment has the option to seek appropriate compensation.

We receive numerous enquiries about the process of re-registering as a dental nurse. Many dental nurses opt to come off the register for various reasons, such as preparing for maternity leave, exploring alternative careers, working abroad, and, notably, during the challenging circumstances of the pandemic. The process of re-registering is called ‘restoration’.