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British dental journal
11, 2021;231 (9): 580-583.

Dyslexia in dentistry: recommendations to support dental professionals and students with dyslexia.

Linzi Maybin, Divya Keshani
Author Information
  1. Linzi Maybin: Dental Officer, Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, BD18 3LD, UK. linzi.maybin@bdct.nhs.uk.
  2. Divya Keshani: Consultant Oral Surgeon, Bradford Teaching Hospital Foundation Trust, BD9 6RJ, UK.
PMID: 34773030 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-021-3607-6

Abstract

Dyslexia is the most common learning difficulty. It affects 10% of the global and UK population. It is a protected characteristic and thus it is recommended that reasonable adjustments are made for individuals in order to help them be successful in their career. This article has identified the need for more research into the impact of dyslexia on dental professionals. Through analysing the literature and from personal experience, recommendations are outlined to support dentists, dental students and dental care professionals with dyslexia.

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MeSH Term

Dentistry
Dentists
Dyslexia
Humans
Learning
Students
Journal Article
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