Resources
Annual Review
Dental Protection's flagship risk management publication is distributed to over 52,000 members around the globe. Each year, risk management advice based on our global experience is combined with real life case studies from our archives and woven around a central theme.
The latest Annual Review explores the benefits of adopting a reflective approach to dentistry
'A life unexamined is not worth living' (Socrates c.469-399 BC)
By developing this premise in a variety of dental situations the publication offers members a sequence of ideas that is both thought provoking and extremely practical
The back library of Annual Review is available to members in our risk management library wich you can access using the link in the left hand column. If you have forgotten your password please click here
Risk Management Modules
This is a unique resource ideal for all dentists and dental care professionals. Dental Protection has created 36 modules based on a wide range of clinical topics that can also be used to obtain up to 18 hours of verifiable CPD. Members & non-members can access the modules through our Risk Management Library
Dental Protection has also put together a series of modules for dental care professionals ecompassing some of the key principles of dental risk management relevant to clinical practice.
Risk management can help to:
- Reduce risks
- Improve patient care
- Increase patient/operator satisfaction
These can be accessed online in our risk management library.
Dental Advice Booklets
A free resource for Dental Protection members that provides in-depth risk management information on common problem areas. These booklets can be downloaded in our risk management section.
Dental Protection publications
Dental Protection publishes a variety of region-specific publications that are tailored to different aspects of dental practice. Click on the Publications button in the left-hand menu to download a recent back issue in pdf format.
Communication in Dentistry
Three CD set
- Essentials of cummunication skills
- Communicating with patients
- Communicating with the dental team
Click here to see the demonstration video of Communication in Dentistry
Articles & Useful Information
Dental Protection produces a range of risk management information and articles to assist you in your career. Below are a sample of some of the many articles Dental Protection have produced in various areas of dentistry.
Business Skills and Problem Solving
A problem solved is a lesson learned
Achieving UDAs
Being a professional
Creating your own practice
Difficult patients
Honesty
How to avoid complaints
Improving communication skills
Keeping an accurate & honest record
Performance & pressure- you need to balance your lifestyle
Putting the patient first
Talking money!
The dental complaints service
The registration of DCPs and its impact on the young dentist
Career Paths
Why did I become an Endodontist?
My first practise- Alasdair MacKelvie
My first practice- Baines & Jones
My first practice- Brian Westbury
My first practice- Jane Merivale
My first practice- Jim Lafferty
My first practice- Mike Starkey
Happy families - Trainer and VDP relations
Events for young dentists
Dental Protection along with the BDA and BDJ each year present the Young Dentist Conference. The Young Dentist Conference presents challenging ideas, facts and practical tips with an emphasis on how various issues impact on young dentists.
This year's event will see renowned speakers from both business and dentistry. Click here to see details of the next event
For more information or to book your ticket, please contact Sarah Garry.