Complaints welcome
Instead of fearing it, negative feedback should be welcomed, argues dentist-turned-business coach Alun Rees
Root fracture
..the radiograph reveals the presence of a retained root which has become infected...
Under pressure
High levels of stress continue to cause problems in the dental profession – but what can be done about it? SoundBite editor and dentist Sameera Teli investigates
Safe and secure
Are you up-to-date with the requirements of the Data Protection Act? MDDUS information governance officer Alex Lyons looks at what dental trainees need to know
Moving on
Making the move from VT to dental associate can be daunting. MDDUS dental adviser Claire Renton highlights the key areas to consider
Individualised approach needed in end of life care
DOCTORS should avoid taking a “blanket” approach when providing end of life care.
GMC confirms small ARF rise and operational shift to Manchester
DOCTORS in the UK will pay an extra £5 next year to remain licensed to practise medicine but those in training will see no rise in their annual retention fee (ARF).
GMC promotes discussion on GoodDoctors
A NEW website for medical professionals has been launched by the GMC to provide a forum for discussion on the "real life challenges" faced in medicine today.
Hospital complaints poorly investigated
HOSPITALS in England are failing to conduct proper investigations into complaints about avoidable harm and death according to quality review published by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman.
CBT could be effective adjunct in reducing dental phobia
COGNITIVE behavioural therapy (CBT) could provide an effective means of treating dental phobic patients without the need for sedation, according to researchers at King’s College London.