Accredited Training Provider

Dental Nurse Network has been delivering exceptional and ethical educational services as an accredited training provider since 2010. We take pride in our team of qualified tutors, who are registered with the General Dental Council, and who meticulously develop our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programs. Rest assured, all our CPD courses are designed to meet the rigorous requirements set by the GDC, guaranteeing the validity of your certificate.

  • Instant Access to course

  • 12 Months Access

  • 1.5 hours of Verifiable CPD

  • Quality Assured

Instructor(s)

Melanie Pomphrett MSc, PGCE, RDH

Head Tutor

Melanie is a registered dental hygienist and qualified tutor. She holds a Master's degree in Professional Dental Practice, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, an Advanced Diploma in Dental Nursing and a Foundation Degree of Science in Oral Health Science. She is the head tutor and one of the support tutors for the course. Melanie is passionate about dental education and is a dedicated tutor.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Children's Oral Health in Nursery or Healthcare Settings

    • Learning Aims and Objectives

    • Current Oral Health of Children in the UK

    • Oral Health Survey of 5-year-old Children 2022

    • A Reminder of the Disease Process

    • Keyes Concept and Demineralisation and Remineralisation

    • Impact of Decay on Children

    • Oral Health in Pregnancy

    • Babies 0–2

    • Babies/Toddlers 0–2

    • Children 3–4

    • Fluoride

    • Hidden Sugars

    • Supporting Parents

    • Parents FAQ

    • Resources

    • Providing Oral Health Training

    • Resource: Presentation Slides

    • Test your learning

    • Reflective learning

    • Feedback