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In this article, originally published in Dental Health in July, the BSDHT and BADT interview Michaela ONeill (pictured) and explain their mission to secure prescribing rights for dental hygienists and dental therapists, and the process for doing so.
BDJ Team meets some of the dental care professionals closely involved in Revive Dental Care's dental nurse-led Hard to Reach service in Greater Manchester.
Professor Andrew Eder considers the damage that can be caused to the teeth if patients are too heavy-handed with their toothbrushing, as well as exploring other potential causes of abrasion and offering preventive advice to be passed on to patients.
Karen Suarez, 47, is a dental practice manager, extended duties nurse OHE, an assessor for the BDA, an examiner for NEBDN, a Specialist Advisor for the CQC, and an Accredited School Governor. She is married with two daughters and lives in London.