Press release 13/07/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection calls for GDC leniency Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection calls for GDC leniency Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Dental Protection calls for GDC leniency as third of dentists say fear of investigation is affecting mental wellbeing. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 08/07/2020 Managing risk in the COVID-19 world Preview Article Managing risk in the COVID-19 world Time to read article: 5 mins Close Preview The COVID-19 pandemic has created much uncertainty within dentistry. However, one important activity remains unchanged and is arguably more vital than ever. Elaine Cook, dentolegal consultant at Dental Protection, finds out why Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Equipment
News and updates 03/07/2020 Indemnity for members returning to work Preview Article Indemnity for members returning to work Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview If you are returning to work read this article to find out what to do to ensure your membership is up to date. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 03/07/2020 Perio and the pandemic: a cause for concern? Preview Article Perio and the pandemic: a cause for concern? Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Andrew Walker, dentolegal consultant at Dental Protection, looks at whether the disruption caused by COVID-19 will heighten the risks around periodontal disease Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communication Periodontics
Articles and features 03/07/2020 Coronavirus questions and answers Preview Article Coronavirus questions and answers Close Preview These coronavirus Q&As are reflective of the advice we are sharing with members around the world. Read more
Webinar 03/07/2020 Recorded webinar: COVID-19 Infection prevention and control for denta... Preview Article Recorded webinar: COVID-19 Infection prevention and control for dental teams Time to read article: 61 mins Close Preview This webinar provides an overview to the dental team about Coronavirus and reviews the fundamental infection prevention and control measures that should be considered to reduce the likelihood of disease transmission within the dental practice. Read more Article contains Video
Articles and features 03/07/2020 COVID-19 and remote consultations – how we can help Preview Article COVID-19 and remote consultations – how we can help Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Dental Protection has received calls from members regarding the safety and suitability of remote consulting – i.e. teledentistry – and this article outlines our advice and guidance. Read more Article contains Text
Webinar 02/07/2020 Recorded webinar: Dentistry is back, but not as we know it - your den... Preview Article Recorded webinar: Dentistry is back, but not as we know it - your dentolegal questions answered Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview This one hour webinar recording covers consulting remotely with the current health situation in the UK. Read more Article contains Video
Webinar 02/07/2020 Recorded webinar: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world Preview Article Recorded webinar: Teledentistry in a COVID-19 world Time to read article: 1 mins Close Preview This one hour webinar recording covers consulting remotely with the current health situation in the UK. Read more Article contains Video
Press release 25/06/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection reassures members of support if unable to... Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection reassures members of support if unable to wear a fit-tested mask Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental Protection welcomes ‘No Appeal’ decision on pension suspension ruling. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 16/06/2020 Dental Protection welcomes ‘No Appeal’ decision on pension suspension... Preview Article Dental Protection welcomes ‘No Appeal’ decision on pension suspension ruling Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental Protection welcomes ‘No Appeal’ decision on pension suspension ruling. Read more Article contains Text
Articles and features 05/06/2020 An update on MRONJ – and the successful defence of a difficult claim Preview Article An update on MRONJ – and the successful defence of a difficult claim Time to read article: 6 mins Close Preview Helen Kaney, Dental Protection’s lead dentolegal consultant for Scotland, reports on the robust defence of a member in a complicated case several years in the making Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Claims
Case study 05/06/2020 To prescribe or not? Preview Article To prescribe or not? Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Prescribing Claims
Case study 05/06/2020 The whole truth? Preview Article The whole truth? Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Communication Complaints
Case study 05/06/2020 A difficult call Preview Article A difficult call Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Confidentiality Communication
Case study 05/06/2020 Quick thinking avoids a claim following a perforated root Preview Article Quick thinking avoids a claim following a perforated root Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Decision Making Competence
Case study 05/06/2020 A sharp intake of breath Preview Article A sharp intake of breath Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Equipment
Case study 05/06/2020 When the time is right Preview Article When the time is right Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview A hygienist member of Dental Protection contacted us to report that the practice she worked in had received a strongly worded telephone complaint concerning the provision of periodontal therapy, which included the removal of calculus and root surface debridement. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Complaints Prescribing
Articles and features 05/06/2020 The periodontal paradox Preview Article The periodontal paradox Time to read article: 4 mins Close Preview Dr Alasdair McKelvie and Dr Andrew Walker, dentolegal consultants at Dental Protection, advise on controlling risk when it comes to identifying and managing periodontal disease Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Periodontics
Articles and features 05/06/2020 Managing endodontic file separation Preview Article Managing endodontic file separation Time to read article: 5 mins Close Preview One of the most frequent adverse events reported is the separation (or fracture) of an endodontic instrument within a tooth. Dr Simon Parsons, dentolegal consultant at Dental Protection, looks at what we can do to reduce our risk of procedural error and how we might manage these cases should they arise Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Endodontics
Press release 04/06/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection survey reveals top 5 worries for dentists Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection survey reveals top 5 worries for dentists Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview A survey of dentists in the UK has revealed the key issues affecting their mental wellbeing during the pandemic. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 28/05/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection offers support to dentists deciding to re... Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection offers support to dentists deciding to re-open practices Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview Dental Protection has reassured all members working in England who choose to return to work that they will continue to be supported. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Wales
News and updates 27/05/2020 Information for dental members considering re-opening their private p... Preview Article Information for dental members considering re-opening their private practice in England Time to read article: 3 mins Close Preview We have received a number of queries from individual members and various professional groups in England seeking clarification on Dental Protection’s position in relation to the re-opening of private practices. Read more Article contains Text
Press release 13/05/2020 Covid-19: Dental Protection urges Welsh Government to look again at s... Preview Article Covid-19: Dental Protection urges Welsh Government to look again at support offer for dentists Time to read article: 2 mins Close Preview Dental Protection has called on the Welsh Government to look again at its offer to provide dentists with 80% of their NHS annual contract value (ACV), following concerns that the offer will be insufficient for many. Read more Article contains Text Tagged in... Wales