Guides

Complaints
Complaints in the private sector

4 March 2022

Complaints arising from independent practice are handled similarly to those in the NHS, but there are some distinctions.

Good record keeping
An introduction to good record keeping

3 March 2022

Records are an essential part of patient care and can provide evidence if your standard of care is called into question.

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Information governance in dental practices

2 March 2022

It's important to be up to date with best practice in data processing, information security and record retention.

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Dealing with the media

2 March 2022

Your quick guide on how to respond if the press take an interest in a complaint.

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Communicating effectively with patients

22 February 2022

Communication is a two-way process. Listening to patients and understanding their wishes and expectations is as important as talking to them about their care and treatment.

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Assessing mental capacity

17 February 2022

Assessing dental patients' capacity to consent is a vital part of the treatment process. Here's what you need to know.

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Introduction to the NHS complaints procedure in Scotland

1 February 2022

Covering the basics of the NHS complaints procedure in Scotland.

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Introduction to the NHS and social care complaints procedure in England

1 February 2022

Covering the basics of the NHS and social care complaints procedure in England.

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Maintaining your GDC registration

25 January 2022

What you need to know about your GDC registration and keeping it up to date.

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Making decisions on behalf of adults lacking capacity

19 January 2022

Dental professionals need to be aware of a number of factors before making decisions on behalf of adults lacking capacity.