Permission to post? Advertising and consent in the age of social media
Social media can be a great marketing tool but it's important to consider the potential pitfalls too. Read on and test your knowledge to earn CPD.
2021, issue 20
2021, issue 20
2021, issue 20
In focus
In focus
Advice on aesthetics
Offering appropriate aesthetics treatment while managing patient expectations can be a bit of a balancing act. Here's our advice.
Feature
Social media and the rise of influencers
DDU dento-legal adviser Jo-Ann Taylor discusses the rise of dental social media influencers.
In focus
Standing down from practice ownership
Whatever your reasons for selling or closing a practice, there are some important dento-legal aspects to consider.
Members' dilemmas
Advisory call
Staff family COVID contact
We advised a member on whether they could still work in their practice after a family member tested positive for COVID-19.
Case study
Allegation of exacerbated TMJ pain after extraction
When a patient brought a claim alleging continued pain after extraction, a DDU member turned to us for advice and support.
Interview
Feature
Giving evidence in court: a member's testimony
One member recounts their experience of a claim made against them going to court - and what they learned along the way.
Feature
Dento-legal considerations for endodontic treatment complications
Understanding the risks surrounding endodontic treatment - and how to manage them - can help minimise the potential for complications encountered by both patients and dental professionals.
Leader
Leader
A steady course: change and continuity at the DDU
Despite changes and choppy waters for the dental profession, our remit and responsibility to members remains the same.