Event 12/08/2025 Dental Protection Conference 2025: On the case Preview Article Dental Protection Conference 2025: On the case Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview Join us for our Dental Protection Conference 2025: On the case, as we explore some real-life dental case studies, focusing on endodontics, periodontal problems, and aesthetics and restoration. Read more Tagged in... event
Articles and features 07/08/2025 A preventative tale of periodontal indifference Preview Article A preventative tale of periodontal indifference Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Dental Protection often sees periodontal cases and claims for compensation focusing on the failure to provide appropriate periodontal care. Dentolegal Consultant Louise Eggleton looks at a typical case. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Periodontics Radiography Record Keeping
Press release 04/08/2025 MPS Foundation funds vital global research into dentist wellbeing Preview Article MPS Foundation funds vital global research into dentist wellbeing Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview The MPS Foundation – a global not-for-profit research initiative that invests in research into patient safety and the wellbeing of healthcare professionals – is funding a project that will provide tailored interventions to protect dentists’ health and wellbeing. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 01/08/2025 The passing of Kevin Lewis Preview Article The passing of Kevin Lewis Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview Raj Rattan, Dental Director at Dental Protection comments on the passing of Kevin Lewis. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 18/07/2025 You’ve got mail: The emotional impact of a GDC investigation Preview Article You’ve got mail: The emotional impact of a GDC investigation Time to read article: 7 mins Close Preview A dental hygienist speaks openly about the impact of a GDC investigation on her physical and mental health and her inspiration behind not giving up. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... dental hygienist dental care professional fitness to practise Wellbeing mental health DCP
Articles and features 18/07/2025 The devil is in the detail – why comprehensive patient records are es... Preview Article The devil is in the detail – why comprehensive patient records are essential Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Nuala Carney stresses the importance of detailed record-keeping as a protection against future claims and complaints Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Record Keeping Radiography
Case study 18/07/2025 Why communication counts Preview Article Why communication counts Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Sincere communication is often the key to navigating difficult conversations. This case involving a dental hygienist shows how your interactions with patients can often escalate unexpectedly, especially in online communications. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... dental care professional Communication Difficult Conversations DCP Professionalism
Press release 18/07/2025 Check your indemnity and CPD, Dental Protection urges DCPs Preview Article Check your indemnity and CPD, Dental Protection urges DCPs Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
Press release 04/07/2025 Dental Protection welcomes government commitment to contract reform Preview Article Dental Protection welcomes government commitment to contract reform Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 24/06/2025 Navigating burnout in dentistry: Anna Middleton shares her journey Preview Article Navigating burnout in dentistry: Anna Middleton shares her journey Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental hygienist Anna Middleton reflects on the pressures facing dental professionals today and the importance of open conversations around mental health. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 24/06/2025 Dental professionals feel they have no choice but to work when their... Preview Article Dental professionals feel they have no choice but to work when their mental health is suffering Time to read article: 5 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
Case study 15/05/2025 Turkey teeth: managing the fallout of dental tourism Preview Article Turkey teeth: managing the fallout of dental tourism Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Simrit Ryatt, Dentolegal Consultant, recalls the case of a dentist who sought Dental Protection advice after his aspiring influencer patient opted for treatment abroad. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Record Keeping emergency care cosmetic dentistry tooth whitening dental tourism
Case study 15/05/2025 Cosmetic procedure leads to complaint Preview Article Cosmetic procedure leads to complaint Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Dr Richard Hartley shares a case in which poor preparation for a cosmetic procedure leads to a patient complaint. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... veneers cosmetic dentistry Complaints
Case study 15/05/2025 Short term orthodontics Preview Article Short term orthodontics Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Miss N attended an examination appointment with a new dentist, unhappy with the appearance of her upper teeth. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communication Treatment Planning Competence
Case study 15/05/2025 A letter of complaint for a first-year associate Preview Article A letter of complaint for a first-year associate Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview Dr George Wright, Deputy Dental Director of Dental Protection, reports on a case about a first-year associate who received a letter of complaint. Read more Article contains Text
Case study 15/05/2025 An allegation of dishonesty Preview Article An allegation of dishonesty Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview A miscommunication over practice ownership leads Dr S into a lengthy and challenging legal dispute. Luckily, Dental Protection were there to assist. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Practice management Record Keeping misconduct Complaints fitness to practise
Press release 14/05/2025 GDC reform should be higher priority, says Dental Protection Preview Article GDC reform should be higher priority, says Dental Protection Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
Press release 09/05/2025 Dental Protection: Sexual misconduct review shows more needs to be do... Preview Article Dental Protection: Sexual misconduct review shows more needs to be done to support dental professionals Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
Press release 08/05/2025 Too many GDC investigations needlessly going forward, says Dental Pro... Preview Article Too many GDC investigations needlessly going forward, says Dental Protection Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text
Event 10/04/2025 Latest Webinar: The Wrong Tooth Preview Article Latest Webinar: The Wrong Tooth Close Preview Join our webinar on Tuesday 20 May to explore common themes behind ‘wrong tooth’ extraction claims in the UK. Read more Tagged in... event
Press release 28/03/2025 MPS Foundation invites grant applications for patient safety and well... Preview Article MPS Foundation invites grant applications for patient safety and wellbeing research projects Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview The MPS Foundation, a global not-for-profit research initiative that aims to shape the future of patient safety and wellbeing, is inviting applications for its 2025 grant programme. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 26/03/2025 Dental Protection: Dental profession must be supported in embracing AI Preview Article Dental Protection: Dental profession must be supported in embracing AI Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview A new White Paper aimed at ensuring Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are integrated into healthcare delivery in a way that is usable, useful, and safe for both patients and the clinicians using them, has been welcomed by Dental Protection. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 07/03/2025 Dental Protection responds to POMs legislation for dental hygienists... Preview Article Dental Protection responds to POMs legislation for dental hygienists and therapists Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview Last year’s change in legislation allowing dental hygienists and therapists to supply and administer certain prescription only medicines (POMs) has enabled dental practices to make much better use of the skills within their dental team. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... DCP Direct Access
Articles and features 07/03/2025 Accelerating action for women in healthcare Preview Article Accelerating action for women in healthcare Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview International Women’s Day is about celebrating the success of women as well as recognising the progress is still needed to achieve gender equality. Here at MPS we understand that means deeds not words are required if we are going to continue accelerating action. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... IWD