Tax expert David Redfern explains how to tell whether yours is the correct one
Dental Protection's Susan Willatt, argues that everyone can make mistakes but the important thing is to learn from them
Workplace issues/your health
A colleague has raised some concerns about you, having seemingly lost faith in your professionalism. So, what next? A resolution needs to be reached but how best to handle the approach, the interim...
Communication
Hannah Stuchfield considers the importance of communication, consideration and consent during the festive period
Communication
Following clinical guidance is not mandatory – but healthcare professionals must ensure they have good reasons for departing from recommended care pathways
CommunicationBrennan PA et al (2016) Good people who try their best can have problems: recognition of human factors and how to minimise error. Br J Oral Maxillofac Surg54: 3–7. doi:10.1016/j.bjoms.2015.09.023
Oral health and mouth cancer
In this international research article, the importance of making patients aware of their health histories and how it affects their oral health is examined and discussed
Communication
Harris CM, Welbury R, Cairns AM (2013) The Scottish dental practitioner's role in managing child abuse and neglect. Br Dent J214: E24
Children's dentistry