A fresh look at consent
A recent legal ruling has clarified the information that clinicians should share to ensure informed patient consent. MDDUS dental adviser Claire Renton looks at what this means for dentists
Listen and understand
Good communications skills are crucial to building strong patient relationships
Supervised neglect
Dental case study
A lifetime of learning
All dentists must undertake continuing professional development throughout their careers. But is it really worthwhile? SoundBite editor Sameera Teli investigates
Supporting role
Is the specialty of periodontics for you?
Keeping soldiers biting fit
Adam Campbell meets army dentist Orianne Moxon of the RADC
Spotting the signs
Safeguarding children and vulnerable people have been made key learning areas this year. What does this mean for dentists?
Taking an extra step
Can joining the Faculty of General Dental Practice UK boost your career prospects?
New measures to support Scottish whistleblowers
WHISTLEBLOWING cases in Scotland are to be scrutinised by a new independent national officer.
Sleep-deprived consultants pose risk
SEVEN in ten consultants never have rest time after a busy night on call, according to figures published by the BMA.