DDU

06/01/2026

Gain insider knowledge to help you feel confident and prepared for your next CQC inspection.

Experienced CQC consultant and former inspector, Jodie Carr, and dento-legal adviser Sarah Ide, will break down what inspectors really look for and how to make ongoing compliance a team effort.

Learn:
• What a CQC inspector really looks for during an inspection
• When and why your practice might be selected for inspection
• How to share the compliance burden and involve the whole team
• Common themes and trends from recent inspections
• Practical tips to stay inspection-ready year-round

Register here: https://ow.ly/8TLh50XRX35

31/12/2025

A few of our favourites from events this year 📸

Planning a student event in the new year and need sponsorship? Get in touch: https://ow.ly/REax50XFzp1

23/12/2025

⚠️ Remember, the General Dental Council renewal deadline is 31 December.

Make sure:
- Payment has been made, even if you have a direct debit set up.
- You have appropriate indemnity in place, and you've ticked the box to declare it.
- You've uploaded enough CPD hours.

22/12/2025

Manage your membership online at any time ☃️ https://ow.ly/w4fv50XLk4r

For urgent dento-legal support, our advice line remains open 24/7.

16/12/2025

We have two new clinical training modules available for dentist members.

Learn from the Red Whale team about common odontogenic infections, as well as sepsis and severe infections.

We explore the most up-to-date guidance, treatment recommendations and when to escalate.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/WU8O50XyGEa

10/12/2025

What's it like to study together on an integrated course at University of Liverpool?

At University of Liverpool, dental and dental therapy students study together in an integrated course.

We spoke to dental students, Sam, Libby and Aeesha, alongside dental therapy students, Lily and Millie, to understand how they find studying and working together to develop their skills and what challenges they face.

"When we are practising in the big world, we're all going to be working together collaboratively, so to get that exposure early is really good. "

"You see how much shared responsibility it is and how it's not just ‘a dentist’ and ‘a therapist’. You're closer together than I initially thought."

Read the interview here: https://ow.ly/7yuc50Xyzku

05/12/2025

"A lot of dental therapists are perfectionists, but sometimes the gold standard isn’t achievable, and you should be happy when you have done the best you can for your patient."

The number of registered dental therapists increased by 23.5% last year, making them the fastest-growing group of dental professionals in the UK.

With more than 30 years’ combined experience in dental therapy, our new advisers, Rachael and Miranda, have done it all.

We asked them about their careers and what advice they have for dental therapists-to-be.

"Above all, have compassion for yourself as well as your patients.

"Of course, you need to be upfront about mistakes and reflect on your practice, but you also need to be kind to yourself."

Read more of Rachael and Miranda's tips: https://ow.ly/Auy250XyGMI

26/11/2025

Understanding the impact that the menopause can have on women and providing support should make your practice a more welcoming place for your team and patients.

Dento-legal adviser Angela Love shares some advice in BDJ Team:

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19/11/2025

DDU solicitor, John Kingston, received this glowing feedback from a member he supported recently.

From negligence claims to GDC proceedings, inquests and criminal cases, our in-house legal team are there to assist you every step of the way.

11/11/2025

Thanks to our success in defending members, we now offer the lowest average subscription rates since 2017.

Based on rates for GDAs and GDPs in England and Wales.

Find out more about membership: https://ow.ly/IiqK50XmkxF

04/11/2025

Are you using AI safely and ethically?

Learn about the legal and ethical considerations of using AI in healthcare in our free webinar this Thursday.

Register here: https://ow.ly/nZoN50Xiqua

28/10/2025

No one wants to have to tell a patient that something has gone wrong, but honesty is the only way forward if we want to retain their trust.

Trying to cover things up or acting defensively would be a serious departure from professional standards. It could also lead to problems for your practice.

If something goes wrong:
🔹 Tell the patient and apologise
🔹 Offer an appropriate remedy or support to put matters right (if possible)
🔹 Explain fully the short and long-term effects of what has happened
🔹 Follow up with patients in writing, including details of further enquiries and outcomes.

The patient may be distressed, confused or even angry. Give them time to digest the information, ask questions and provide access to appropriate support.

Unsure what to do? Members can contact our advice line 24/7 for dento-legal support.