A lifeline for a lifetime: one member’s retrospective
Vice Chairperson of Dental Mentors UK and lifelong DDU member Dr Ewa Rozwadowska reflects on her career and time with the DDU.
DDU journal
2026, issue 33
Leader
Leader
Farewell from John Makin: a lifetime with the DDU
John Makin bids a fond farewell as he steps down as Head of the DDU.
In focus
In focus
Supporting colleagues in general dental practice
Loneliness and isolation in general practice can be a real issue, especially for newer colleagues - but help is often at hand.
Interview
How I dealt with a clinical negligence claim
In 2024, a DDU member described facing a claim that went to court – a process that ended up taking several years.
General interest
Dental professionals for dental professionals: the DDU peer support network
Being able to reach out and talk to someone who understands can be a vital coping tool when your fitness to practise is questioned.
General interest
The power of pulling together
As part of a community of practice, dental professionals are often stronger when everyone looks out for one another, says John Makin.
Dilemma
Your top five dento-legal dilemmas
In the spirit of our 'lifeline for a lifetime' special, we’ve complied your most-read dilemmas from the last ten years.
2026, issue 32
Looking out for colleagues
How can practices promote wellbeing in the dental team and avoid losing dedicated colleagues to burnout?
In Focus
In focus
What to include in CBCT reports
CBCT use is popular and highly regulated, so it's important to be aware of the potential dento-legal issues involved. Here's what you need to know.
Case study
Alleged tinnitus following extraction
Sometimes it’s invaluable to have the DDU’s expert advice and support. A member contacted us after receiving a claim which alleged they had caused hearing loss and tinnitus to a patient during a complex extraction.
General interest
AI in healthcare - on-demand webinar
Discover how artificial intelligence is changing the face of clinical practice with this on-demand webinar.
Feature
Amending clinical records
The contents of a member’s clinical records are often central to investigations into any complaint, claim or GDC case brought against them, so making accurate and timely notes is of the utmost importance.
Leader
Leader
When will dental professionals get a fair hearing?
Tackling punitive delays must be a priority if the GDC is going to end the climate of fear surrounding fitness to practise.