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Dental

The dental team contributes to the oral and general health of the nation working with patients and the general public in a variety of settings from hospitals to high street dental practices. The dental team delivers treatment such as correcting dental irregularities (particularly in children), minor oral surgery and provide support to patients with advice on how to look after their teeth.

Below are dental examples of career progression pathways:

• Dental hygienist

• Dental nurse

• Dental technician

• Dentist

It is possible to enter at any level with the appropriate employment, qualifications, skills and/or experience.

The above illustrations are generic and not exhaustive, details on other careers can be found in the Health Careers Website and Healthcare Apprenticeship Website links listed below:

Useful links:
HEE Health Careers: https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/dental-team/roles-dental-team
Healthcare Apprenticeship Standards Online: https://haso.skillsforhealth.org.uk/pathways/
General Dental Council: https://gdc-uk.org/
Video:
Meet Abbey, A Dental Nurse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxiHpercUyU