Dental nurse insurance for BADN members

At Marsh Commercial, we understand the vital role dental nurses play in safe, compassionate patient care. Our priority is to make sure members of BADN have the right insurance in place and have peace of mind you are fully protected carrying out your work.

Our role — expert, hands-on support

As an experienced insurance broker, Marsh Commercial provides practical, hands on support and guidance to BADN dental nurses. We work with you to understand the duties you carry out and to arrange the right level of cover for your role. Our advisers are focused on delivering a high standard of service - answering questions, clarifying policy details and guiding you through the process so it’s straight forward and you don’t have to worry.

Regulatory requirement

The General Dental Council (GDC) requires dental nurses to hold the right level of indemnity insurance for their duties. Marsh Commercial will help make sure you meet this requirement by arranging cover that aligns with the GDC’s guidelines, giving you peace of mind you’re protected.

What we can cover

Our insurance solutions can cover dental nurses undertaking a wide range of activities, including but not limited to:

• Processing radiographs
• Providing oral hygiene instruction
• Level 1 smoking cessation advice and education
• Practice manager (administration only)

We also support dental nurses carrying out extended duties and direct patient care when these fall within the GDC’s scope of practice, such as:

• Casting models, dental photography and shade taking
• Orthodontic support (e.g., tracing radiographs)
• Sedation-related activities where within scope
• Direct patient care tasks (impressions, fluoride varnish, rubber dams, radiographs, etc.)
• Oral maxillofacial assistance (dressing changes, facial suture removal)
• Assisting chairside with implant procedures
• Dental tutors providing formal training

Talk to us and our team will help confirm the appropriate cover for your responsibilities. 

Why dental nurses need insurance

Having indemnity insurance in place is a GDC requirement - and it gives you peace of mind. Medical malpractice (medmal) helps protect you from the financial and professional impact of unexpected incidents or complaints (for example relating to radiographs, impressions, sedation support or other patient care). Legal expenses cover helps with defence costs, representation and practical advice so you can focus on patients, not paperwork.

Dedicated team and ongoing support

You’ll have access to a dedicated team of advisers who specialise in dental professional insurance. They are available to:

• Answer questions about cover and policy wording
• Help you understand what is covered for the activities you perform
• Assist with renewals and any claims enquiries

Our advisers provide clear, practical guidance and will work with you every step of the way.

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