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Human error in dentistry: Part three – strategies for prevention and mitigation
Noel Kavanagh, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection, takes an in-depth look at human errors in dentistry in the third of a three-part series.
25 Jun, 2026
Cases and insights
Human error in dentistry: Part two – human factors science
Noel Kavanagh, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection, takes an in-depth look at human errors in dentistry in the second of a three-part series.
25 Jun, 2026
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That’s not what AI said: When AI gives the wrong answer in cosmetic dentistry
Anita Kemp, Case Manager at Dental Protection, shares a case study of a patient using AI to complain about cosmetic treatment.
25 Jun, 2026
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The missed canal - A patient complaint despite best intentions
Dr James Foster, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection, shares a case on a patient complaint, despite best intentions.
25 Jun, 2026
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Personal conduct investigations and the hidden responsibility of the registered clinician
Louise Eggleton, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection, shares a case on navigating advertising restrictions of dental services.
25 Jun, 2026
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Developing trust through the consent process
Dr James Foster, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection outlines the importance of informed patient consent for reducing the risk of a claim.
25 Jun, 2026
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The one thing: the power of the pre-treatment pause
New for Riskwise+, we’re introducing a series of short “one thing” pieces - simple, practical ideas to support safer everyday dental practice.
25 Jun, 2026
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The ethics of endodontic file fracture
James Foster discusses the importance of informing patients and involving them in the consent process with root canal treatment.
9 Oct, 2025
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Why communication counts
Dr James Foster, Head of Dental Services – Asia and Australasia, shares how sincere and patient communication is the key to navigating difficult conversations.
9 Oct, 2025
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Human error in dentistry: Part one - Understanding why mistakes happen
Noel Kavanagh, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection, takes an in-depth look at human errors in dentistry in the first of a three-part series.
9 Oct, 2025