Sally Khawaja and Beth Carter discuss the importance of raising concerns within dentistry.
Whistleblowing
Dentist Alfie Chan has been a designated safeguarding officer since 2010. Here, he answers some FAQs about the nuances of reporting concerns and wrongdoing
Complaints and claims for clinical negligence can arise many years after treatment and, in the absence of records, it may be difficult or impossible to defend successfully, say experts at the DDU
WhistleblowingAttitudes to whistleblowing are changing in all businesses, including dentistry. Dental nurses need to know when to metaphorically put the whistle to their lips and blow, as Dave Hancock explains
Whistleblowing
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 dentistryThis article is the fourth in a series of case studies illustrating the roles and responsibilities of the registered dental nurse. It will describe the guidance that is available, and the steps...
Safeguarding