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Dental Nurses assist dentists and help to take care of patients undergoing a number of procedures, from basic check-ups to complex surgery. As a dental nurse, you may work for the NHS in a clinic or hospital, or for a private practice on a full or part time basis.
Many dental nurses start as trainees without formal qualifications. If you start your career as a trainee Dental Nurse, you’ll be able to get on-the-job training and be paid a starter salary while you work towards certification. Eligible courses include:
– Foundation Degree in Dental Nursing Certificate of Higher Education in Dental Nursing
– National Diploma in Dental Nursing awarded by NEBDN Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
You’ll be working with several different patients over the course of a day and general responsibilities may include:
– Preparing and passing instruments to the dentist or hygienist
– Suctioning water and saliva from the patient’s mouth during treatment
– Preparing filings and other materials Providing support and reassurance to the patient Sterilising instruments
– Processing and filing x-rays
– Tidying and cleaning the dental surgery
– Recording and filing information about patients
– Advising patients on oral hygiene
– Carrying out stock control
– Working in the reception area taking bookings and payments
As dental nurse you will need
– practical skills
– a calm, confident and reassuring manner the ability to relate well to people, including children and those with special needs
– organisational skills
– computer literacy
– ability to work well under pressure and to work well in a team