Articles and features 27/03/2020 Coronavirus questions and answers Preview Article Coronavirus questions and answers () ★ Close Preview These coronavirus Q&As are reflective of the advice we are sharing with members around the world. Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 27/05/2020 Information for dental members considering re-opening their private p... Preview Article Information for dental members considering re-opening their private practice in England Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview We have received a number of queries from individual members and various professional groups in England seeking clarification on Dental Protection’s position in relation to the re-opening of private practices. Read more Article contains Text
Webinar 08/04/2020 Webinar recording: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world Preview Article Webinar recording: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world () ★ Close Preview This one hour webinar recording covers consulting remotely with the current health situation in the UK. Read more Article contains Video
News and updates 25/03/2020 A message from the MPS President and the Chair of MPS Council Preview Article A message from the MPS President and the Chair of MPS Council Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview We are writing to you as colleagues and fellow MPS members to thank you for the work you are doing now and in the months ahead to tackle COVID-19, and also to tell you about the actions MPS is taking to support you during this time. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 24/03/2020 COVID-19 and remote consultations – how we can help Preview Article COVID-19 and remote consultations – how we can help Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Dental Protection has received calls from members regarding the safety and suitability of remote consulting – i.e. teledentistry – and this article outlines our advice and guidance. Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 24/03/2020 Protecting members’ financial position Preview Article Protecting members’ financial position () ★ Close Preview We are keen to support members with private practice who have seen a significant drop in their work and a dramatic fall in income. We are currently investigating ways to provide increased flexibility to make subscriptions more affordable for members during this challenging time. Once we have agreed the details, we will actively communicate and share our plans directly with members. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 18/03/2020 Coronavirus guidance for practice principals Preview Article Coronavirus guidance for practice principals () ★ Close Preview Managing coronavirus issues at work - guidance notes and Q&A for practice principals. Read more Article contains PDF
Press release 28/05/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection offers support to dentists deciding to re... Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection offers support to dentists deciding to re-open practices Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview Dental Protection has reassured all members working in England who choose to return to work that they will continue to be supported. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Wales
Press release 13/05/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection urges Welsh Government to look again at s... Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection urges Welsh Government to look again at support offer for dentists Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Dental Protection has called on the Welsh Government to look again at its offer to provide dentists with 80% of their NHS annual contract value (ACV), following concerns that the offer will be insufficient for many. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Wales
Press release 26/03/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection announces two months free membership Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection announces two months free membership Time to read article: 3 mins () ★ Close Preview A package of support – the equivalent of offering the next two months of membership for free - has been set out by Dental Protection for members who have experienced a significant drop in their workload and a dramatic fall in income due to Covid-19. Read more Article contains Text
Webinar 08/04/2020 Webinar recording: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world Preview Article Webinar recording: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world () ★ Close Preview This one hour webinar recording covers consulting remotely with the current health situation in the UK. Read more Article contains Video
Webinar 24/01/2020 Webinar: Consent for children Preview Article Webinar: Consent for children Time to read article: 1 mins () ★ Close Preview This one-hour webinar will explore approaches available to gain consent in complex family situations. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Consent Managing Clinical Risk Risk management
Webinar 15/11/2019 Recorded webinar: Sharing confidential information with the authorities Preview Article Recorded webinar: Sharing confidential information with the authorities Time to read article: 1 mins () ★ Close Preview This one-hour webinar looks at the many considerations around the appropriate sharing of patient information with the police, social services and other authorities. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Managing Clinical Risk Risk management
Webinar 25/10/2019 Recorded webinar: 7 strategies to reduce risk, tips for GDPs Preview Article Recorded webinar: 7 strategies to reduce risk, tips for GDPs Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Join Dr Yvonne Shaw, Head of Underwriting Policy and Dr Andrew Walker, Dentolegal Consultant and Periodontal Specialist, as they talk you through the legal issues arising from periodontal care. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Risk management Managing Clinical Risk
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 Northern ireland Wales Training & CPD England Communicate
Webinar 30/08/2019 Recorded webinar: Key insights into periodontal claims Preview Article Recorded webinar: Key insights into periodontal claims Time to read article: 1 mins () ★ Close Preview Join Dr Yvonne Shaw, Head of Underwriting Policy and Dr Andrew Walker, Dentolegal Consultant and Periodontal Specialist, as they talk you through the legal issues arising from periodontal care. Read more Article contains Text
Webinar 26/06/2019 Recorded webinar: Reduce risks through better dental record keeping Preview Article Recorded webinar: Reduce risks through better dental record keeping Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Together, dentolegal consultants Simrit Ryatt and Jim Lafferty share their knowledge of current good practice record keeping. Gain vital insights into what the Dental Council expect to see in comprehensive records and how these can ensure continuity of patient care. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Record Keeping Professionalism
Webinar 14/05/2019 Recorded webinar: Reducing risk, improving profitability: 7 strategie... Preview Article Recorded webinar: Reducing risk, improving profitability: 7 strategies for GDPs Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Join dental director Raj Rattan, where you’ll look at essential principles of risk management that apply in general dental practice. You’ll explore 7 strategies for success from both a clinical and business perspective. Date: Tuesday 14 May 2019 Time: 13:00 - 14:00 Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Financial Management Complaints
Webinar 30/04/2019 Recorded webinar: The business of dentistry Preview Article Recorded webinar: The business of dentistry Time to read article: 2 mins () ★ Close Preview Running a modern dental practice involves navigating ethical dilemmas and tackling the difficulties of clinical decision making. Join dental director Raj Rattan as he explores some key aspects of the business of dentistry, including root causes of ethical failures, areas of high risk, and models for decision making. Date: Tuesday 30 April 2019 Time: 13:00 - 14:00 Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Practice management