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The dento-legal implications for dentists and students during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Loose ends in policy changes do dental professionals no favours in understanding their responsibilities, says DDU head John Makin.
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Complaints and claims for clinical negligence can arise years after treatment. Without records, it may be difficult or impossible to defend them successfully.
Handling an adverse incident properly can be a daunting task, so it pays to have a plan and know what steps to take.
In the spring '24 journal: ConfiDental, a listening service for colleagues in need
The limit for most standard dental chairs is 20 stone, and allowances might need to be made to safely treat patients whose weight exceeds this.
Data protection law imposes a legal duty on those responsible for personal data to store it securely and protect it from unauthorised or unlawful processing.