Integrity is a fundamental value in our roles as dental nurses, and it helps to promote the trust that is established with colleagues and patients alike. Do you consider yourself to be someone with integrity, and how can you tell you have it?

In October 2023, the General Dental Council (GDC) announced the news that many dental nurses had been eager to hear – they were reducing the annual retention fee (ARF) for 2024. With the payment period due to open on 10th June, and remain open for payments until 31st July, it’s time to look at what the fee will be, and to know where it actually goes. 

As it's Oral Health Month, we want to stress the critical role of dental nurse oral health educators in both practice settings and as ambassadors spreading oral health messages among peers, friends, families, and communities.

Dental Nurse Network is looking for writers/authors to submit articles on a wide variety of topics related to dental nursing.

Have you ever thought of setting up a dental nurse-led clinic for patients attending minor appointments such as those for records or oral health?