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Sue N’Jie discusses factors you should consider when dealing with vulnerable patients. Now more than ever, it’s important for dental professionals to be aware of their vital role in protecting at-risk patients. Although there’s no universal definition of a ‘vulnerable patient’, dental professionals can be in a good position to notice patient abuse or neglect.…
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In support of Mouth Cancer Action Month, Sue N’Jie highlights the dentolegal risks of missing a mouth cancer diagnosis. Mouth cancer can be a devastating disease for those affected. Dentists are in an ideal position to spot suspicious lesions or ulcers. November is Mouth Cancer Action Month. It is an important opportunity to raise the…
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DDU dento-legal adviser, Sue N’Jie, looks at the ethical use of social media and what is expected of dental professionals online. Social media is a great source of entertainment and professional information, but your ethical responsibilities still apply in the virtual world. The GDC (General Dental Council) covers the issue (www.gdc-uk.org, 2013) directly in both…
