Overseas registration backlog increases by 35%
2022-05-09
Figures reveal the waiting list backlog for the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE) has increased by 35% compared to last year. Obtained by Dental Protection via
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Dentist successfully fights vicarious liability claim in court
2022-02-07
A dentist successfully challenged a vicarious liability claim at the Court of Appeal, in a case that had ‘serious repercussions’ within the profession. The claim
Let’s call the whole thing off: a case study
2021-09-20
Louise Eggleton considers what happens when a patient and dentist have very different perceptions of a treatment journey hindered due to practice closures, resulting in
Vicarious liability – a view from the other side
2021-08-17
We speak to David Corless-Smith from the Dental Law Partnership about the recent vicarious liability case with Dental Protection. Can you give us a brief
Dentist to fight high court decision on vicarious liability
2021-07-21
A dentist will battle against a recent high court decision on vicarious liability and non-delegable duty of care. It was ruled that Mr Raj Rattan
Vicarious liability – peace of mind
2021-07-16
Yvonne Shaw, underwriting policy lead at Dental Protection, explains how it is offering practice principals peace of mind when it comes to protection against vicarious
Chairsyde announces partnership with Dental Protection
2021-02-05
Dental Protection is announcing an exciting new partnership with Chairsyde – a system to help dental professionals consult with patients interactively. Chairsyde helps dentists interact
Funding cuts could deny dental care to thousands, says MP
2021-01-18
Funding cuts could deprive thousands of dental care, an MP has argued in a fresh bid to protect NHS services. South Yorkshire MP John Healey
Government pledge to modernise GDC in response to COVID-19
2020-11-27
The government has committed to transforming laws related to professional regulators – including the GDC. Kicking off a consultation earlier this year – Reducing bureaucracy
Two in five dentists fear GDC investigations amidst COVID-19 pandemic
2020-11-18
An increasing number of dentists say they fear a regulatory investigation from the GDC following dental decisions made during the coronavirus pandemic. Two fifths (40%)
One third of dentists experienced abuse from patients during pandemic
2020-10-28
Dentists say they are ‘routinely’ experiencing verbal abuse from patients – with half (48%) saying they feel pessimistic about the future. In addition, 45% feel
Online Dentistry Show: Raj Rattan – dentolegal hot topics
2020-08-19
Coming this September, the Online Dentistry Show is putting on the very first virtual exhibition in UK dentistry with support from gold sponsors, Dental Protection.