Responding to online criticism
Patients are more likely than ever to turn to social media to voice their concerns about their treatment, so it's vital to understand your personal and professional responsibilities.
2017, issue 9
2017, issue 9
2017, issue 9
In focus
Feature
Leaving NHS practice
More dentists are reported to be considering life outside the NHS. But while private practice can be an attractive destination, it's important to plan your journey with care.
Leader
The two sides of dentistry
Dentistry is a commercial profession as well as a caring one, and dental professionals need to think carefully about balancing both sides.
News
Are you a social media friend or foe?
Get social media savvy and join the DDU on Facebook
In focus
A smooth exit: managing staff departures
Rupert Hoppenbrouwers offers advice on making sure staff departures are as seamless and stress free as possible.
In focus
Avoiding errors in dental notation
Differences in dental notation can lead to unexpected errors. How well do you know your notes?
Case study
Inhaled implant driver
A patient brought a claim against a DDU member after swallowing an implant driver during implant placement.
In focus
Promoting your practice: ethical issues and responsibilities
There are a good few factors to consider when thinking about how to ethically market your practice.
Advisory call
Parental objection to child's treatment
A DDU member was confronted by the dissatisfied parent of a young patient.