Treating vulnerable patients
David Lauder, dentolegal adviser at the DDU, explores the legal and ethical issues associated with…
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Increasing concerns over ‘blue-on-blue’ complaints
The number of blue-on-blue complaints cases is up 10% on previous years, the latest GDC…
Dentists should offer recall appointments on a case-by-case basis, says indemnity group
Dental teams should offer recall appointments based on a patient’s needs, says the Dental Defence…
Out of office – John Makin discusses his love of skiing
John Makin talks about his love for skiing and the importance of hobbies to avoid…
You are not alone during lockdown
Amber Ojak and Christie Lawton discuss their ‘you are not alone’ social media movement and…
Reflecting on 2020
John Makin, head of the Dental Defence Union, reflects on how we can still learn…
The bridge between dentistry and the law
Dentistry talks to Sarah Ide, Debbie Herbst and Eric Easson about their experiences as dentolegal…
COVID-19 – GDC releases new regulatory advice
Dental regulators have released new advice in the face of the renewed national lockdown. The…
How will we judge pandemic dentistry?
John Makin hopes for a legacy of understanding and respect once the memories of 2020…
Patients were understanding during COVID-19 pandemic, dentists say
The majority of patients have been understanding about new ways of working within dental practices….