Dental Defence Union

Remote Consultations Remain Challenging for Dentists and Patients

Remote consultations via phone and video present significant challenges for dentists and patients alike,...

DDU Reports Increase in Incidents Involving Aggressive Patients

The Dental Defence Union (DDU) reports that it has seen an increase in the...

Extractions Account for Almost a Quarter of Negligence Claims

In 2017, five aspects of dental care resulted in 80% of the clinical negligence...

Dentists Advised to Avoid Jargon in Dealing With Patients

The Dental Defence Union (DDU) advises professionals to use plain English and avoid the...

DDU Offers Advice on Dealing with Inappropriate Patient Advances

Dental professionals often develop healthy, positive relationships with their patients. But what happens when...