Increasing concerns over ‘blue-on-blue’ complaints
The number of blue-on-blue complaints cases is up 10% on previous years, the latest GDC…
John Makin
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…
Reflecting on 2020
John Makin, head of the Dental Defence Union, reflects on how we can still learn…
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…
Dentistry Online podcast with John Makin
John Makin discusses his journey into dentistry and the key dento-legal questions of the last…
Indemnity – your questions answered
One of the first decisions you need to make as a young dentist is about…
Adapting to changing indemnity needs
John Makin, head of the DDU, clears up confusion about the types of indemnity on…
Is the GDC’s Scope of Practice keeping pace with dentistry?
John Makin welcomes a review of the GDC’s Scope of Practice and explains why this…
Public supports NHS dentist protection from COVID-19 litigation
Seven in 10 believe NHS staff – including dentists – involved in treating patients during…