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After speaking with dental practice managers and owners, it has become evident that many are hesitant to support newly qualified dental nurses in pursuing further training opportunities. 👩🏼🏫 The concern being investing in their development if they decide to leave the practice or start a new career. There is a preference for them to focus solely on their role as a dental nurse as soon as they qualify. However, I would like to highlight the benefits of encouraging newly qualified dental nurses to further their skills and development through training. As someone who has worked as a dental nurse, I understand the importance of time in a dental practice - it is valuable! Chair time for a dentist can be costly, and there are limitations on the number of hours available each day. This can result in patients needing more urgent or invasive treatments having to wait for appointments. 🪥 By supporting dental nurses in undertaking courses such as impression taking, oral health education, or radiography, they can contribute to the practice in new and beneficial ways. This allows them to take on appointments like taking impressions for dentures or educating patients on oral health, ultimately freeing up time in the dentist's schedule for more profitable treatments. Additionally, providing training opportunities can lead to greater job satisfaction for dental nurses and happier patients. 🥳 It all begins with hiring an apprentice dental nurse. If you wish to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me at lgent@aspirationtraining.com.😀 #aspirationtraining #dentalnurse #dentalnurseapprenticeship #dentalapprenticeships #apprenticeships #dental #dentistry #training

🌟 **Empowering Dental Health for a Healthier Future** 🌟 Instead of solely focusing on removing diseased tissue in the mouth, we should prioritise swift treatment using SDF (Silver Diamine Fluoride), eliminating outdated regulatory barriers and empowering dental health ambassadors throughout the dental team. Our role in preventing dental disease is crucial in improving our nation's overall health.  Dentistry should be central in an integrated health service, even if our NHS can’t afford it. We must empower trained dental nurses to deliver health advice, use modern technology for dental assessments, and apply preventive treatments. As explained in the video, this approach can significantly aid vulnerable populations. The General Dental Council (GDC) must support the public and the profession. Over my career, I've observed a concerning trend where dentists are driven out of the profession, often due to a discredited health delivery system policed by the GDC. It needs to "To protect, promote and maintain the health, safety, and well-being of the public". The DGC is currently failing us all. “Prevention is indeed better than cure”—an activity historically delivered by dental hygienists. In the USA, there is one hygienist for every dentist; in the UK, this ratio is one hygienist for every six dentists 🤔 We have the wrong ratio of training that will keep failing in the long term. From a business perspective, universities find training dentists more financially viable than hygienists and nurses. However, as a service, we need a greater focus on training nurses, hygienists, and dentists in that order. To create a truly integrated health service, we need more accessible apprenticeships across all fields. Six underused day-release courses for Oral Health Practitioner level 4 apprenticeships exist throughout the UK for the 60,000+ registered dental nurses. The most essential skills in healthcare are often interpersonal and cannot easily be measured by academic achievements alone. Let's prioritise health and empower our dental workforce for the betterment of all. We can’t afford to deliver more treatment. For more information on the apprenticeships:- https://lnkd.in/e9CfX_k5 #DentalHealth #PreventiveCare #Empowerment #Healthcare #Apprenticeships #OralHealth #PublicHealth #Nursing #Hygiene #Dentistry #HealthEquity

🚨Last chance to enrol in the NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 There is only 1 week left to secure a spot for your unqualified dental nurses before the 29th November enrolment deadline. Don’t miss this opportunity for your team to gain their General Dental Council (GDC) registration and unlock new career opportunities. Course Details: - 20 online tutorials, group induction, revision session, and one-on-one support. - Complete the diploma in up to 12 months, with flexible scheduling to suit work commitments. - Designed for unqualified dental nurses working in surgery. Payment Plans Available: - We offer flexible payment options, ensuring that financial concerns don’t stand in the way of your team’s professional growth. Investing in your staff’s education not only benefits their career development but strengthens your practice as well. 🔗 Act fast! Click below to enrol now and secure a spot: https://bit.ly/3TGBYw5 Or email us at hello@aspirationtraining.com to discuss enrolment, payment options, or to ask any questions. Hurry - the deadline is fast approaching. #DentalNursing #ProfessionalDevelopment #GDCRegistration #DentalCareers #NEBDN #TrainingOpportunities #DentalNurses #Apprenticeships

Joining our dental nursing program is an exciting journey into a rewarding and dynamic career! Here's why it’s a great choice and how we make it simple and accessible for everyone: Why Our Program is Fun and Engaging 1. Learn from Home: Enjoy the convenience of studying from the comfort of your home. All you need is a laptop, and you're set to start your journey. 2. Interactive Training: Our program is designed to be engaging, with hands-on demonstrations, interactive lessons, and real-world scenarios to make learning enjoyable. 3. Supportive Community: You’ll connect with like-minded learners and expert trainers who are always there to guide and support you. 4. Every Day is Different: Dental nursing is a dynamic field where you’ll never experience the same day twice, keeping things exciting and fresh The Benefits of Joining - No Certificates Needed to Start: We welcome everyone, no matter your background—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. - Complete A-to-Z Training: We cover everything from the basics of dental care to advanced skills, ensuring you’re fully prepared for the job. - Job Placement at the End: Our program doesn’t just train you; it helps you transition smoothly into the workforce by providing job opportunities upon completion. - Flexibility and Convenience: With online classes, you can learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. How It Works 1. Easy Enrollment: Sign up quickly and easily—no prior qualifications required. 2. Comprehensive Online Training: Gain knowledge and skills through online lessons, practical exercises, and expert guidance. 3. Practical Assignments: Participate in practical training tasks to ensure you're job-ready. 4. Job Assistance: After completing the program, we assist you in securing a job, ensuring a smooth start to your career. Start your dental nursing journey today! With our program, you’ll have fun, gain valuable skills, and step into a rewarding profession—all from the comfort of your home. 👉For more info, check out the link in our bio and contact us directly! #dentalnurse #careergoal #newchallenges #jobopportunity

Joining our dental nursing program is an exciting journey into a rewarding and dynamic career! Here's why it’s a great choice and how we make it simple and accessible for everyone: Why Our Program is Fun and Engaging 1. Learn from Home: Enjoy the convenience of studying from the comfort of your home. All you need is a laptop, and you're set to start your journey. 2. Interactive Training: Our program is designed to be engaging, with hands-on demonstrations, interactive lessons, and real-world scenarios to make learning enjoyable. 3. Supportive Community: You’ll connect with like-minded learners and expert trainers who are always there to guide and support you. 4. Every Day is Different: Dental nursing is a dynamic field where you’ll never experience the same day twice, keeping things exciting and fresh The Benefits of Joining - No Certificates Needed to Start: We welcome everyone, no matter your background—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. - Complete A-to-Z Training: We cover everything from the basics of dental care to advanced skills, ensuring you’re fully prepared for the job. - Job Placement at the End: Our program doesn’t just train you; it helps you transition smoothly into the workforce by providing job opportunities upon completion. - Flexibility and Convenience: With online classes, you can learn at your own pace and on your own schedule. How It Works 1. Easy Enrollment: Sign up quickly and easily—no prior qualifications required. 2. Comprehensive Online Training: Gain knowledge and skills through online lessons, practical exercises, and expert guidance. 3. Practical Assignments: Participate in practical training tasks to ensure you're job-ready. 4. Job Assistance: After completing the program, we assist you in securing a job, ensuring a smooth start to your career. Start your dental nursing journey today! With our program, you’ll have fun, gain valuable skills, and step into a rewarding profession—all from the comfort of your home. 👉For more info, check out the link in our bio and contact us directly! #dentalnurse #careergoal #newchallenges #jobopportunity

Looking to get into Dental Nursing? Follow our tips. ✅ Use job search platforms like the Dental Job Online, Indeed or NHS Jobs to find trainee positions. Take the first step to get started in your new career today.

Boost Your Practice with Apprentices Did you know that hiring an apprentice dental nurse not only supports the next generation but also benefits your practice? Advantages of Apprentices: Economic Benefits: Avoid NICs for under 25s and benefit from training incentives. A trainee’s annual cost can be nearly £10,000 less than that of a fully qualified nurse! Enhanced Productivity: Apprentices bring fresh perspectives and energy. With structured training, their productivity quickly rises, benefiting your practice in the long run. Customised Expertise: Train them according to your specific protocols, ensuring they meet the exact standards of your practice. Join us in nurturing the next wave of dental professionals. www.aspirationtraining.com Tomorrow - The Smart Choice for Dental Practices

Being interested in dental has done me a lot of good, and now from reading “Why Dental Assisting is More Than Just a Job”, I’ve learned a few things that I think I can benefit from for my future career. First of them being that the DANB (Dental Assisting National Board) offers up to seven different certifications for dental assistants. There's the COA certification, which is a dental assistant certification that mainly focuses on orthodontics. A CDIPC which is a certification in dental infection prevention, and control. And a CRFDA which is focused on restorative functions. While these are only 3 certifications, there's still more. Dental assistants can be involved in many different branches of dentistry and I really think that is very exciting. Another thing I thought was important was the personal skills you have to have in order to be a dental assistant. You must have on top communication skills, you have to work seamlessly with the dentist, keep patients calm, answer questions in a patient standard, not a dental language. And you have to understand how to coordinate treatment plans with the rest of the staff. There is really so much more behind becoming a dental assistant than I thought, and this article has helped me to understand things for my future! #alpinecteinternships #mountainlandcte #cteinternships Alpine School District CTE Internships https://lnkd.in/eMFybzhq

I read an article today about the benefits and expertise of Flight Nursing, a branch of nursing that focuses on the safe and rapid transport of critically ill patients. My dream career is to become a Flight Nurse. One part of the article I liked is when it discussed the benefits and life-saving capabilities provided by flight care. The article says, “With the increase in use of AMS has come an increase in the level of severity of illness and injury of transported patients. Those once considered too sick to transport are now being transported more frequently and over longer distances. Managing acutely or critically ill patients during the transport process differs in several ways and presents different challenges from care in other acute care nursing settings.” I like how this shows the benefits of Flight Nursing and shows how or can save many lives! The benefits of highly trained staff that are quick to think will benefit everyone who works with them, in flight and in the hospital. https://lnkd.in/d4zCHUtP #alpinecteinternships, #mountainlandcte, Alpine School District CTE Internships

If one of my students say they want to pursue a specific career and I know someone in that space, I AM going to make that connection. One of my seniors originally wanted to major in something else, but one of my assignments was to research and discover plan B... her plan B is now her plan A! I shared with her that my personal dentist looks like her and if she would like, I will make the connection. She said yes! I immediately made a phone call or text (I cannot recall) and next thing you know, she had a shadow day scheduled. As a teacher on spring break, I had the chance to make a difference in a graduating senior's life. Instead of taking time off, I arranged for her to shadow my personal dentist who looked like her, providing an invaluable opportunity. I ensured she had transportation, breakfast, and dropped her off at the dental office. Throughout the day, she would text how awesome this experience is and she thanked me multiple times. After a few hours of shadowing, she confirmed her passion for dentistry. It was a rewarding experience for BOTH of us, showcasing the power of networking and mentorship in shaping future careers. I offered this type of opportunity to my entire class (approx 200+ students) and guess how many took advantage? Two... one for Dentistry and the other as a NICU Nurse. I ❤️ what I do for these students and am looking forward to providing more shadow day opportunities for many more within and outside of the school system. Let me know if you would like unique shadow days for your child in high school. #EmpoweringYouth #Mentorship #MakingADifference