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Eric Easson considers the professional challenges you might encounter in your first five years in dentistry after graduation. Starting the next stage of your dental career after completing a BDS degree is exciting and possibly a bit scary too, away from the familiar surroundings and people. While most young graduates go onto thrive as independent…
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The first few years of your career will likely be punctuated by farewells and new starts as you experience different types of practice and explore career options. But be sure to plan your departures and arrivals with care, says Eric Easson. There are plenty of advantages to being an associate – a steady income, avoiding…
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Eric Easson discusses what to do if you find yourself on the receiving end of unwanted attention from a patient. Occasionally, the Dental Defence Union (DDU) is contacted by members whose patients have overstepped the dental professional/patient boundary by making their romantic feelings known or acting inappropriately. This can include patients asking members out for…
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Eric Easson advises how to navigate social media successfully when beginning your career. Your social media profiles can be a useful tool when beginning your dental career. Enabling you to communicate with other dental professionals, ensure that you have access to up-to-date healthcare information. Also allowing you to provide visitors to your page with information.…
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Eric Easson explains the pitfalls of posting on private social media groups. Social media groups and forums can often be a useful platform to discuss the pressures of being a dentist, for example, sharing best practice, voicing frustrations, or asking questions to colleagues. There are numerous forums that are ‘closed’, meaning that they allow discussion in…
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Eric Easson says it is crucial that dentists prioritise their own health as well as the health of their patients. Dentistry is often a rewarding profession, treating patients and helping them to improve their oral health. However, it is becoming an increasingly demanding career path and there are often times when being a dentist can…
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