Why communication counts
Time to read article: 2 mins
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.
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Articles and features
11/07/2022
Root resorption in child orthodontic patients
Root resorption in child orthodontic patients
Time to read article: 5 mins
Dr Yvonne Shaw, Underwriting Policy Lead at Dental Protection, offers an overview of orthodontic claims received by members in the UK.
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Handling dissatisfied patients and their complaints
Time to read article: 6 mins
Dealing with patient dissatisfaction and receiving complaints are among the most challenging experiences a dental practitioner can face. Donna Pawsey, Case Manager at Dental Protection, explores the issues.
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Should you fix another dentist’s treatment?
Time to read article: 4 mins
Xanthoula Maitou, Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection, looks at a case where a patient asks a dentist to reverse treatment provided by another dentist.
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Articles and features
04/05/2022
Difficult conversations in difficult situations
Difficult conversations in difficult situations
Time to read article: 6 mins
Evelyn Ferguson-Williams, Case Manager at Dental Protection and former dental nurse, looks at the communication skills required for challenging conversations in the workplace.
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