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Guidance, advice, and defence – all the protection you need under one roof

Dental indemnity safeguards dentists and dental professionals against the repercussions of dental malpractice claims and cases such as GDC investigations, allowing you to focus on delivering optimal patient care knowing your career, reputation, and finances are in safe hands.

Dental Protection membership gives you access to invaluable dentolegal advice and assistance supporting you through complex legal and ethical challenges. With our team of experts by your side, membership means you can practise with confidence, knowing whatever challenges you may face, we’re by your side and ready in your corner.

If any of the statements below apply to you please call us on 0800 561 9000.

• You are applying for membership for work undertaken in more than one country
• You are applying for membership for both medical and dental work
• You require membership of an existing Dental Protection Xtra scheme and undertake work outside of the group, for which you require individual membership.

If you have outstanding regulatory, licensing, registration body, criminal or disciplinary investigations your application will not be accepted

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Press release 14/10/2024

Foundation dentists’ projects on improving periodontal care recognise...

Foundation dentists’ projects on improving periodontal care recognised in research competition

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The winners of the inaugural research competition for UK foundation dentists launched by Dental Protection in partnership with the MPS Foundation has produced noteworthy projects to improve periodontal care.

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Press release 29/07/2024

Dental Protection sets out priorities for new Government

Dental Protection sets out priorities for new Government

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Dental Protection has called on the new UK Government to prioritise critical issues currently impacting dental professionals and patients - including access to NHS dentistry, GDC and clinical negligence claims reform, child oral health, and growth of and support for the dental workforce.

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News and updates 26/07/2024

Consultation response regarding dental hygienists and dental therapists

Consultation response regarding dental hygienists and dental therapists

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Read the Dental Protection submission to the Department of Health and Social Care on enabling dental hygienists and dental therapists to supply and administer specific medicines.

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Orthodontics: Navigating the challenges of taking over care

With a reported 65,000 UK patients without access to their treatment provider, here's what you need to know about taking over orthodontic care. 

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Articles and features 03/12/2024

New duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace

New duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace

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On the 26 October 2024, the Government’s Worker Protection Act came into effect requiring employers to take a proactive approach to preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. In this article, Croner outlines the Act’s key requirements and the steps you can take to meet these new obligations.

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Articles and features 03/12/2024

Zero-hours contracts - how new bill may affect your practice

Zero-hours contracts - how new bill may affect your practice

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The Employment Rights Bill, introduced to Parliament on 10 October 2024, is set to make some of the most significant changes to employment law in a generation, with a particular focus on ‘exploitative’ zero-hours contracts. In this article Croner outlines what these changes are and how you can prepare for the new legislation.

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Articles and features 22/10/2024

HR Topic - How do I dismiss someone on probation?

HR Topic - How do I dismiss someone on probation?

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Staff dismissals can be a challenging process for both sides. In this article, Croner explores the legal routes a practice principal can take to ensure a due process is observed.

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Articles and features 22/10/2024

HR Topic - How to manage absence and mental wellbeing

HR Topic - How to manage absence and mental wellbeing

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Managing absences and balancing the wellbeing of your dental staff doesn’t have to be a struggle. In this article, Dental Protection partner, Croner shares techniques to help ensure your team remains present and correct.

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