Legal Aspects of General Dental Practice
Legal Aspects of General Dental Practice

Author: Len D'Cruz

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2006-02-28

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 0443100381

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This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. It offers a practical guide to the fundamental legal principles and concepts that need to be understood by all dentists. Gives a detailed understanding of key areas such as consent and negligence Highlights the clinical risk areas in general dental practice and ways of managing these risks Helps the dentist address the prime concern that treatments should be defensible and justifiable Takes account of variations in law within British Isles and Ireland - eg Scottish law.

Vocational Training in General Dental Practice
Vocational Training in General Dental Practice

Author: Raj Rattan

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2017-09-29

Total Pages: 246

ISBN-13: 149879470X

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Vocational training is the preferred method for developing practical and other workplace dental skills. It is mandatory for all UK dental graduates under the guidance of the Committee on Vocational Training (CVT). This book is for all dentists who have an interest in vocational training, and is particularly useful for trainers, VDPs and VT advisers/regional advisors. This is a unique and comprehensive guide to training in practice. All aspects of training and teaching methods are included and practical advice given on topics such as communication and presentation skills, finance, barriers to training and assessment. The book also covers the latest developments in clinical governance and legal matters. Clear, straightforward and free of jargon, it will enable dental practitioners to become competent educators with ease.

Treatment Planning in General Dental Practice
Treatment Planning in General Dental Practice

Author: Crawford A. Bain

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 9780443071836

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An introduction to treatment planning in general dental practice. In recent years, treatment options have become more sophisticated, patient expectations have risen and litigation for malpractice has become more common. All these factors have made it more important for the dentist to be able to produce a rational treatment plan and to communicate the various options to the patient effectively. This book addresses the difficulties young dentists face in providing their patients with integrated treatment.

Dental Law and Ethics
Dental Law and Ethics

Author: Paul Lambden

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2018-04-19

Total Pages: 310

ISBN-13: 1315345595

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Radcliffe Primary Care series Work based learning is central to life long learning and most health professionals working in primary care are already formally or informally involved within this learning process. This book is a practical guide describing what work based learning is and outlining how it can be used as an effective learning system. Case studies throughout are taken from personal accounts of learning experiences from members of primary care teams. They demonstrate how work based learning can be made more effective and how this contributes to promoting change and service improvement. Work based Learning in Primary Care is essential reading for all members of the primary care team.

Professional Responsibility in Dentistry
Professional Responsibility in Dentistry

Author: Joseph P. Graskemper

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-07-05

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 0470959770

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Professional Responsibility in Dentistry: A Practical Guide to Law and Ethics integrates dental law, risk management, professionalism, and ethics, as all are interrelated in everyday practice. Beyond theory, the fact-based approach of this book shows examples of various situations the dentist may face. Dr. Graskemper addresses a range of topics, from legal concepts and regulation of dentistry to professionalism and ethics. He points out specific issues in the practice of dentistry, particularly those that confront new dentists and dentists with new practices. True Cases throughout the book walk readers through real-world examples of complex situations and discuss the proper way to handle them with attention to the legal, ethical, and practice management ramifications. These include patient charting, professional criticisms, child neglect, associateships, patient refunds, and more.

Basic Guide to Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice
Basic Guide to Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice

Author: Philip Jevon

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-05-12

Total Pages: 263

ISBN-13: 111868883X

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The Basic Guide to Medical Emergencies in the Dental Practice is a must-have book for all dental care professionals and general dentists. Written in a clear and accessible style, this second edition has been fully revised and updated in line with the latest guidelines. Chapters cover such key topics as the ABCDE approach to patient assessment, resuscitation equipment, respiratory and cardiac disorders, paediatric emergencies, and legal and ethical issues. Readers will also find two brand new chapters on the principles of first aid, and drugs for medical emergencies. Follows Resuscitation Council (UK) Guidelines Companion website with self-assessment exercises, serving as revision as well as non-verifiable CPD credit Over 50% new images Student friendly colourful layout with learning outcomes

A Dentist's Guide to the Law
A Dentist's Guide to the Law

Author: American Dental American Dental Association

Publisher:

Published: 2021-03-18

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 9781684471584

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Updated in 2021 by the ADA Division of Legal Affairs, this book addresses the wide array of new and longstanding legal issues relevant to dental practices in a user-friendly format with additional related references and resources in each chapter. Covers key questions such as: What are the advantages and disadvantages of a sole proprietorship?; What does the Americans with Disabilities Act require for office design?; Are there legal issues in making the transition to a paperless office?; Can I require drug testing of applicants?; What legal limits are there on advertising my practice?; What are "biometrics" and how might they affect healthcare providers?; Can I charge interest on overdue amounts?; How often should patients be asked to update their health history forms?. Addresses topics such as the various regulations relating to HIPAA, the Sunshine Act, the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), and the federal Anti-Kickback Statute and Self-Referral (Stark) Law. It also includes new material on issues such as emergency preparedness, biometrics, and ransomware. With sample contracts, checklists, and other helpful supplementary materials are included in the appendices. Includes e-book access.