2026, issue 33

Farewell from John Makin: a lifetime with the DDU

John Makin DDU dento-legal adviser
ByJohn Makin
Published06 August 2026
John Makin bids a fond farewell as he steps down as Head of the DDU.

Empathy and communication are essential both for successful practice and in managing dento-legal risks.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my career in dentistry, and I hope that, whatever stage you are at on your personal pathway, you will continue to do likewise.

Call our advisory team at the earliest stage of any concern, even if you just want to run things by a friendly, knowledgeable colleague.

John Makin
Dento-Legal Consultant

John Makin BDS PgDL PgCDE FHEA served as head of the DDU until 2026 and remains at the DDU as a Dento-Legal Consultant. He qualified in Manchester in 1983 and has worked as a general dental practitioner in Lancashire and Devon before joining the DDU as a Dento-Legal Adviser. He was involved with foundation training for many years as both a trainer and VT adviser/training programme director with the Manchester and Exeter DFT schemes.

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