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I am very proud to be a team member of our well established and respected practice. I have been working at my practice for many years and have recently achieved my certificate in oral health education. As we have a very busy, well organised, but relaxed general practice, I have taken on the role of identifying our patients' oral health needs. For example, ensuring dietary advice given to our patients is consistent with general healthy eating guidelines.

I understand that many factors can influence the ability to motivate patients so from experience I feel that the information provided should be clear and understandable resulting in client satisfaction. Most importantly I never feel disillusioned or want to stop giving advice as progress can be slow. As they progress I give them positive feedback which encourages further progress.

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