Have just managed to get an appointment for a check up at my NHS dental surgery. The dentist who I used to see before lockdown is still on maternity leave, and, looking at their website, I notice that my checkup is going to be with the dental hygienist rather than the dentist. Of course I'm pleased with anything they can offer, but just wondered if anyone knew whether dental hygienists were sufficiently qualified to do full NHS dental checkups?
Lame Limericks (but they are funny anyway) (