DDU journal, autumn 2023

Fairness is a common theme in conversations about the dento-legal climate. Dental professionals expect to be held accountable, but they want the rules and systems that apply to them to be fair and proportionate.

As ever, the DDU has been at the forefront in articulating members' concerns. And while new curbs on excessive fees and a GDC pilot to lessen the burden of fitness to practise investigations are important wins, our work on behalf of the profession doesn't stop there.

In the autumn '23 issue of the DDU journal, we shine a light on how we're fighting for a fairer deal for members by championing their cause in the wider working and regulatory environment.

Read the full article: Campaigning for a fair deal for dental professionals

Also in this issue:

• Working for you DDU: external relations - Thomas Reynolds, the DDU's head of policy and strategic communications, shines a light on some of our work to champion members' interests with decision-makers.
• Dentists for dentists: the DDU peer support network - Being able to reach out and talk to someone who understands you can be a vital coping tool when your fitness to practise is questioned.
• Keeping up appearances: complaints, claims and composite bonding - Composite bonding is a popular choice among patients seeking cosmetic treatment, but it can also be a source of complaints and claims.

Read the full issue here.

This page was correct at publication on 01/11/2023. Any guidance is intended as general guidance for members only. If you are a member and need specific advice relating to your own circumstances, please contact one of our advisers.