Press release 31/05/2023 Urgent reform urged as dental professionals under investigation repor... Preview Article Urgent reform urged as dental professionals under investigation report suicidal thoughts and quitting dentistry Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview In the case of GDC v. Williams, the Court of Appeal handed down judgment and held that supplemental fees (described as top-up fees) in addition to the NHS charge were permitted under the NHS Regulations - in this particular case for a more aesthetically pleasing ceramic crown. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 22/05/2023 Dental Protection: More specific timetable needed for GDC reform Preview Article Dental Protection: More specific timetable needed for GDC reform Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental Protection has raised concerns about the lack of progress with reform to the GDC’s legislation and has called on the Government to commit to a specific timetable for improving dental regulation. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 22/05/2023 Dental Protection comments on GDC v Williams “top up fees” judgment Preview Article Dental Protection comments on GDC v Williams “top up fees” judgment Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview In the case of GDC v. Williams, the Court of Appeal handed down judgment and held that supplemental fees (described as top-up fees) in addition to the NHS charge were permitted under the NHS Regulations - in this particular case for a more aesthetically pleasing ceramic crown. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 09/05/2023 GDC Scope of Practice guidance should clarify boundaries in registran... Preview Article GDC Scope of Practice guidance should clarify boundaries in registrant roles, says Dental Protection Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental Protection has urged the General Dental Council (GDC) to provide further clarity on the boundaries for each registrant type and an assessment of complex skills in the proposed revised Scope of Practice guidance. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 25/04/2023 MPS Foundation funds major study into dental patients’ anxiety triggers Preview Article MPS Foundation funds major study into dental patients’ anxiety triggers Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview The MPS Foundation is funding research which aims to develop interventions for patients who suffer from extreme anxiety when visiting the dentist. Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 28/03/2023 Arora review: Could there be lessons for the GDC too? Preview Article Arora review: Could there be lessons for the GDC too? Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview Dental Protection updates members on the relevant work it has done to respond to the independent review of the Dr Arora case. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 02/05/2023 Understanding patient behaviour to educate and motivate Preview Article Understanding patient behaviour to educate and motivate Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental Protection member and award-winning hygienist Amber Ojak (@theedinburghdentalhygienist) explores how taking the time to understand patient behaviour can be key in improving oral hygiene and treating periodontal disease. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Wellbeing DCP dental hygienist dental therapist
Case study 02/05/2023 Dental trainee gets caught drink driving Preview Article Dental trainee gets caught drink driving Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview A dental trainee gets arrested for drink driving in the first week of his new placement. Read more Article contains Text
Case study 25/04/2023 A disagreement about prescribing results in a complaint Preview Article A disagreement about prescribing results in a complaint Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview A Christmas Eve shift features complications for a foundation dentist placed on the emergency rota. Read more Article contains Text
Case study 25/04/2023 Unwanted attention from a patient Preview Article Unwanted attention from a patient Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview A foundation dentist is the subject of unwanted attention from a patient. Read more Article contains Text
Podcast 13/04/2023 Podcast - The Torque: a series for dental hygienists and dental thera... Preview Article Podcast - The Torque: a series for dental hygienists and dental therapists - Episode 4 Close Preview Join Claire Stott, Case Manager and Dental Hygienist is joined by our member, award-winning Dental Hygienist and Therapist Anna Middleton (aka @londonhygienist) as they examine the issues that matter to dental care professionals right now. Read more Article contains Audio Tagged in... dental care professional Wellbeing dental hygienist podcast dental therapist
Podcast 11/04/2023 Podcast - The Torque: a series for dental hygienists and dental thera... Preview Article Podcast - The Torque: a series for dental hygienists and dental therapists - Episode 3 Close Preview Join Lesley Harrison, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection and Dental Protection member and award-winning Dental Hygienist and Therapist Amber Ojak (aka @the edinburghdentalhygienist) as they examine the issues that matter to dental care professionals right now. Read more Article contains Audio Tagged in... podcast dental care professional dental therapist Wellbeing dental hygienist
Webinar 09/09/2021 InPractice 2021: dentolegal essentials in a changing world Preview Article InPractice 2021: dentolegal essentials in a changing world Close Preview Saturday 16 October - 09.00 - 12.30. We’ve brought together a host of expert speakers to help members like you manage the risk you face today and practise with confidence. Read more
Webinar 03/07/2020 Recorded webinar: COVID-19 Infection prevention and control for denta... Preview Article Recorded webinar: COVID-19 Infection prevention and control for dental teams Time to read article: 61 mins Close Preview This webinar provides an overview to the dental team about Coronavirus and reviews the fundamental infection prevention and control measures that should be considered to reduce the likelihood of disease transmission within the dental practice. Read more Article contains Video
Webinar 02/07/2020 Recorded webinar: Dentistry is back, but not as we know it - your den... Preview Article Recorded webinar: Dentistry is back, but not as we know it - your dentolegal questions answered Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview This one hour webinar recording covers consulting remotely with the current health situation in the UK. Read more Article contains Video
Webinar 02/07/2020 Recorded webinar: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world Preview Article Recorded webinar: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview This one hour webinar recording covers consulting remotely with the current health situation in the UK. Read more Article contains Video
Workshop 08/10/2019 Mastering consent and shared decision-making Preview Article Mastering consent and shared decision-making Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview When a patient is dissatisfied with the decision-making process surrounding their treatment, the risk of a complaint or claim can increase drastically. This workshop provides expert insights into conducting conversations with your patients. It will help you provide the advice they need to reach healthcare decisions that are right for them Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Generic Dentistry Training & CPD England Wales Scotland Communicate
Webinar 09/04/2019 Recorded webinar: Building resilience and avoiding burnout Preview Article Recorded webinar: Building resilience and avoiding burnout Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview It’s a terrible thing to experience, but burnout also has an impact on your dentolegal risk, and the safety of your patients. Join Dr Suzy Jordache and Dr David Monaghan for a webinar designed to empower you to identify and manage this very real threat that clinicians face. Date: Tuesday 9 April 2019 Time: 19.30 – 20.30 Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Stress
Masterclasses 01/03/2019 Risk management masterclass for dental practitioners Preview Article Risk management masterclass for dental practitioners Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview As an experienced dental practitioner you will know all about the risk of complaints and litigation. This masterclass can reduce your risk by developing your communication skills and teaching you a range of practical techniques to improve your patient interactions. Read more
Workshop 14/12/2018 Building resilience and avoiding burnout Preview Article Building resilience and avoiding burnout Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview The demand placed on modern clinicians means the possibility of burnout is growing significantly, impacting both the quality of care and potential increase in risk to patients. This workshop will help you recognise the signs of burnout and give you the knowledge and confidence to manage the symptoms, recover and prevent reoccurrence. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Training & CPD England Northern ireland Generic Dentistry Scotland Communicate
Workshop 01/07/2018 Mastering adverse outcomes Preview Article Mastering adverse outcomes Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview This workshop will give you the skills to successfully communicate with your patients should they suffer an adverse outcome during their care. Gain effective strategies and enhanced skills to help you respond, with an introduction to the ethical, legal and regulatory obligations that you would face following an adverse outcome. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communicate Wales Northern ireland Generic Dentistry Scotland Training & CPD