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Hi my name is Frances Robinson and I am a dental hygienist working in London; primarily in the Harley Street Medical District. I am particularly passionate about patient care and reducing oral health inequalities. 

Recently I was successful in securing a prestigious clinical fellowship with Health Education England, becoming the first dental hygienist to ever hold such a post. My ambition for my career is to...

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When you build a house, you need great foundations. The foundations ensure stability, strength and longevity.

The gums are the foundations of the teeth. Healthy gums ensure that the natural teeth and any fillings, crowns, bridges or dental implants have the best chance of lasting a long time. Additionally, the mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body so...

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A Dental Hygienist is a trained and registered health professional that primarily deals with the health of the gums. They are focused on the prevention of oral diseases and helping people to establish better oral hygiene practices. They are usually found at the dental practice in a separate room and may work with or without a dental nurse. Using special instruments and techniques, a Dental Hygienist will...

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When we think about eating badly or guilty snacking, we tend to think about our waistlines but what about our teeth?

The importance of a healthy smile, is not to be underestimated.

Our mouths and smiles are key features when we meet someone and are integral in communication. Our mouths are therefore hugely important to our social and mental health. If we feel self-conscious of our smile we are less likely to make eye contact and more likely to cover our mouth with our hands when we talk; impairing effective...

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Frances Robinson offers a three-step guide to ensuring patient compliance at every appointment – whatever their age!

How key is a dental nurse in the oral health education of patients?

Dental nurses are a key component of oral hygiene education; they can help choose appropriate oral hygiene aids and explain effective techniques when using them. They can also raise awareness of links between oral and systemic health and inform on...

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