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What information do you need to send the DDU if you've had a complaint made against you?
2 September 2025
Answering members' questions on the legal and ethical obligations to consider when deregistering patients in Scotland.
12 April 2024
Complaints and claims for clinical negligence can arise years after treatment. Without records, it may be difficult or impossible to defend them successfully.
20 February 2024
The limit for most standard dental chairs is 20 stone, and allowances might need to be made to safely treat patients whose weight exceeds this.
19 February 2024
Data protection law imposes a legal duty on those responsible for personal data to store it securely and protect it from unauthorised or unlawful processing.
26 January 2024
Dento-legal concerns can be extremely stressful for dental professionals at every level, but there are lots of places you can turn to for help if you need it.
21 November 2023
Receiving a negligence claim can be upsetting, but we can help guide and support you through the process. Here's what you need to know.
3 May 2023
A professional witness can be compelled by a court witness summons to give evidence in court.
28 March 2023
Complaints can come directly from the patient, but sometimes a relative or other third party will contact the surgery first.
16 January 2023
If you're a dental professional in charge of a team, the GDC expects you to demonstrate effective management and leadership skills.