Module 01: Introduction to the Dental Profession, Dental Team and Standards of Practice

Objectives Definition of dentistry A brief history of dentistry Types of dentists Overview of the dental profession in the UK The dental team members (roles and responsibilities) How the dental team should work together 1.1 Introduction Dentistry is an ancient profession and the earliest dental tools were made of powdered bones, egg shells and honey. Modern dentistry began developing around the 17th century and is now an organised sector that has shown remarkabl...