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Case study 13/01/2016

The day my patient nearly died

The day my patient nearly died

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I was working as a young graduate dentist some years ago. I had three years of experience since graduating, and like many dentists starting their careers I worked at two different practices. I had recently started doing three days per week at a practice unsupervised and I felt confident in my clinical experience to do this, comforted by the knowledge that I could refer if required...

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Navigating burnout in dentistry: Anna Middleton shares her journey

Navigating burnout in dentistry: Anna Middleton shares her journey

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Dental hygienist Anna Middleton reflects on the pressures facing dental professionals today and the importance of open conversations around mental health.

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