Articles and features 14/05/2019 Senior Dentolegal Consultant appointed Dean at the Faculty of Forensi... Preview Article Senior Dentolegal Consultant appointed Dean at the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview Brian Westbury, Senior Dentolegal Consultant at Dental Protection has been appointed Dean at the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 13/05/2019 One in three warnings issued by the GDC relate to personal conduct Preview Article One in three warnings issued by the GDC relate to personal conduct Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Record Keeping
09/05/2019 Supporting dentists through the clinical negligence process Preview Article Supporting dentists through the clinical negligence process Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Our dentolegal advice service is there to help with queries and dentolegal emergencies 24/7, 365 days a year. Find out about how we support members through a claim. Read more Article contains Video Tagged in... Complaints Successful Defence Claims
Articles and features 08/05/2019 Changes to the classification of periodontal diseases Preview Article Changes to the classification of periodontal diseases Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dr Andrew Walker, dentolegal consultant and periodontal specialist, introduces the international classification of periodontal diseases Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Periodontics
Articles and features 03/05/2019 Develop outstanding communication skills Preview Article Develop outstanding communication skills Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dr Kalpesh Prajapat, author of Dental Associate Interviews: An Ultimate Preparation Guide, shares his tips for mastering this essential skill. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communication
Articles and features 02/05/2019 Tips for Foundation Dentists on writing a good CV Preview Article Tips for Foundation Dentists on writing a good CV Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview If you are applying for a new job or even thinking about it, having your CV in order and up to date is a good start. Here we give you some tips on how to write a CV to get you an interview for that perfect job Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Career Planning
Case study 02/05/2019 Video: A failed extraction handled appropriately Preview Article Video: A failed extraction handled appropriately Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview A patient complains about a dentist’s technique and an alleged failure to prescribe antibiotics. In this video, find out how Dental Protection helped resolve the complaint. Read more Article contains Video Tagged in... Complaints Competence Claims Consent
Articles and features 01/05/2019 Alternative orthodontics Preview Article Alternative orthodontics Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview In some areas of dentistry, the divergence of opinion leads to significant conflict. Orthodontics is one area that has provoked substantial dispute within the dental profession. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Orthodontics
Press release 24/04/2019 Government proposal regarding NHS Pension Scheme opposed Preview Article Government proposal regarding NHS Pension Scheme opposed Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental Protection opposes Government proposal that could deprive dentists of the NHS Pension Scheme prior to a criminal conviction. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 16/04/2019 World day for safety and health at work Preview Article World day for safety and health at work Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Croner – Dental Protection’s trusted health and safety partner – provide answers to the most important questions an employer needs to ask to ensure a safe workplace Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Health & Safety
Webinar 09/04/2019 Recorded webinar: Building resilience and avoiding burnout Preview Article Recorded webinar: Building resilience and avoiding burnout Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview It’s a terrible thing to experience, but burnout also has an impact on your dentolegal risk, and the safety of your patients. Join Dr Suzy Jordache and Dr David Monaghan for a webinar designed to empower you to identify and manage this very real threat that clinicians face. Date: Tuesday 9 April 2019 Time: 19.30 – 20.30 Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Stress
Press release 08/04/2019 8 out of 10 members admit the fear of being sued causes stress and an... Preview Article 8 out of 10 members admit the fear of being sued causes stress and anxiety Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview A Dental Protection survey of over 1,100 dentist members reveals that nearly eight out of ten (77%) of respondents admit that the fear of being sued has caused them stress or anxiety. Read more Article contains Text
27/03/2019 Setting yourself apart as a young dentist Preview Article Setting yourself apart as a young dentist Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Dr Annalene Weston is a dentolegal adviser at Dental Protection. She takes many calls from young dentists and understands the unique issues faced at the beginning of their career. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 27/03/2019 Managing stress Preview Article Managing stress Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Dental practitioners are at increased risk of stress related illness. Here are some ways to recognise the signs and manage your stress levels Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 18/03/2019 Whitening within the law Preview Article Whitening within the law Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview With strict regulations around the use of tooth whitening products in EU countries, Martin Foster, dentolegal consultant, discusses how to stay within the law. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Whitening/Bleaching
Case study 14/03/2019 Video - The retained root and consent Preview Article Video - The retained root and consent Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview A retained root causes a patient complaint against a dentist. Watch this short video to find out how the situation arose and what advice Dental Protection gave. Read more Article contains Video Tagged in... Dental Records Communicate Complaints Compliance Consent
Articles and features 14/03/2019 Record keeping in Scotland Preview Article Record keeping in Scotland Time to read article: 5 mins Close Preview Dental Protection is frequently contacted by members who want to understand how long records should be retained by the practice. Read details on how long records should be retained. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Scotland Record Keeping
Articles and features 12/03/2019 Changes to payslips for workers Preview Article Changes to payslips for workers Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview From 6 April 2019 itemised payslips need to be issued to workers. Croner, the HR and employment law specialists, provide guidance on how dental practices need to respond to this change Read more Article contains Text
News and updates 08/03/2019 Celebrating the women of Dental Protection Preview Article Celebrating the women of Dental Protection Time to read article: 7 mins Close Preview It’s International Women’s Day on 8 March and we wanted to introduce you to some of the wonderful women from around the world who work at Dental Protection, supporting members each and every day. We can’t mention all the amazing women working in the organisation, but here’s just a snapshot of some of our fantastic female employees. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 01/03/2019 Dental Protection response to DHSC consultation on clinical negligenc... Preview Article Dental Protection response to DHSC consultation on clinical negligence cover Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is seeking views about indemnity cover for dentists and other healthcare professionals who are not covered by any existing or proposed state-backed scheme, via an open consultation which closes on 28 February. Read more Article contains Text
Masterclasses 01/03/2019 Risk management masterclass for dental practitioners Preview Article Risk management masterclass for dental practitioners Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview As an experienced dental practitioner you will know all about the risk of complaints and litigation. This masterclass can reduce your risk by developing your communication skills and teaching you a range of practical techniques to improve your patient interactions. Read more
Articles and features 25/02/2019 Ectopic canines – dentolegal challenges and how to avoid them Preview Article Ectopic canines – dentolegal challenges and how to avoid them Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Every year, Dental Protection assists members in responding to complaints and claims where it is alleged that there was a failure to identify and appropriately manage ectopic canines. Successful defence of these claims relies heavily on the detail contained within the clinical records. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 20/02/2019 Dentists without legal representation face tougher sanctions at GDC h... Preview Article Dentists without legal representation face tougher sanctions at GDC hearings Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... gdc Council
Articles and features 14/02/2019 How to fall back in love with your dental career Preview Article How to fall back in love with your dental career Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Working in dentistry has its ups and downs, so it’s important to do the things that help you stay happy at work. Read more Article contains Text