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The new government has a daunting to-do list if it is to turn things around for dental professionals and patients, says DDU head John Makin.
Loneliness and isolation in general practice can be a real issue, especially for newer colleagues - but help is often at hand.
If you're going through a tough time, it helps to talk to someone who understands. Sadly, many dental professionals bottle things up until they hit crisis point – but there is another way.
The DDU's Leo Briggs and Alexandra Addington, solicitor at Peninsula Business Services, discuss harassment means and how to eliminate it in the dental practice.
As part of a community of practice, dental professionals are often stronger when everyone looks out for one another, says John Makin.
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.
Having someone to talk to - and who understands you - can be a vital coping tool when your fitness to practise is questioned.
It's important to have a practice policy that sets out support for staff.
The DDU's Leo Briggs explains the importance of being aware of and challenging our implicit biases, and why every dental professional could benefit from unconscious bias training.