Straight talking on limited treatment orthodontics
David Manger talks to Susan Field about the rewards and risks of limited treatment orthodontics and the danger of promising 'perfect teeth'.
2017, issue 7
2017, issue 7
2017, issue 7
In focus
In focus
Dental mentors
Leader
Shift the balance, not the focus
DDU head John Makin finds cause for cautious optimism in the GDC's discussion document, but warns against straying from its remit.
In focus
Clinical photos on mobile phones
David Lauder examines why using mobiles to take and store clinical photos poses risks to dentists and patients.
In focus
Part-time working and multiple roles
Whether you're managing multiple positions or simply slimming your workload, John Makin explains how to ward off any potential part-time perils.
In focus
Responding to online criticism
It's never nice to get negative comments online, but reacting in the wrong way might make a bad situation worse.
In focus
Explaining complications and risks
If something goes wrong with a patient's care, would you give a reason or an excuse? John Makin explains how discussing risks can make all the difference.
Case study
Fillings and phobias
Communication and consent proved key factors in a routine treatment scenario that led to a claim.
News
Insurance discounts for DDU practice principals
Through James Hallam, DDU practice principals can save money on practice and locum insurance.
Advisory call
Quick questions: your advice line dilemmas
As well as helping with complaints and claims, our advisers often guide members through everyday issues.
In focus
Understanding undertakings
Accepting undertakings as part of an FTP hearing can seem daunting, but there is often light at the end of the tunnel.
Case study
Witness to fact
A DDU member was concerned about their role as a witness in a GDC fitness to practise hearing.