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Biju Krishnan explains the impact that differences in patient background can have on consent in dentistry, and why cultural sensitivity is essential to fulfil legal and ethical obligations. ‘You want to do what to my tooth?’ is not a question we want to hear halfway through our best attempt at explaining a root canal. But behind that raised…
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Biju Krishnan discusses the unique considerations surrounding consent in elective cosmetic treatments. In the realm of dentistry, few topics have evolved more rapidly, or provoked more philosophical eyebrow-raises, than cosmetic treatments. Once the domain of celebrities and beauty queens, cosmetic dental work is now as routine as a six-month hygiene appointment – widely accepted, regularly…
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Biju Krishnan explores a more integrative approach to orthodontics that considers the impact of underlying issues, which can affect a child’s overall wellbeing. Orthodontics has traditionally focused on straightening teeth and correcting bites. However, a growing movement advocates for a more comprehensive, integrative approach that looks beyond dental alignment to address underlying functional issues affecting…
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Biju Krishnan discusses how technology is changing the patient experience in dentistry. If you’ve ever tried to explain root canal therapy to a patient who’s just Googled ‘do dentists cause pain on purpose?’ – then you’ll appreciate how vital informed consent is in dentistry. It’s not just a legal box to tick; it’s a cornerstone…
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Biju Krishnan describes how practitioners can use dental consent to uphold their professional responsibilities, enhance patient satisfaction and protect themselves from legal challenges. Dental consent refers to the process of obtaining a patient’s voluntary agreement to undergo a specific dental procedure after being fully informed about its nature, benefits, risks and alternatives. Consent is a…
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Professionalism, privacy, and the perils of posting: Biju Krishnan shares some lessons from a GDC fitness to practise case in which a dental nurse was suspended for her online activity. The recent GDC decision to impose an indefinite suspension on a dental nurse serves as a stark reminder of the serious consequences that can arise…
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Biju Krishnan shares some tips on testing patient understanding and why a nod probably won’t suffice. As dental professionals, we’ve all been there: explaining the intricacies of treatment to a patient, only to receive a blank stare, an enthusiastic nod, or worse, the dreaded: ‘You’re the dentist, what do you think?’ response. While we might…
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‘The law might be complicated, but your role is simple’: Biju Krishnan breaks down the legal complexities of patient consent in dentistry. Ah, consent: the cornerstone of ethical practice and the one topic guaranteed to make dental professionals break out in a cold sweat. Consent isn’t just about asking: ‘Can I poke around in there?’…
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The comedy of errors: Biju Krishnan explains why patient education in dental consent is no laughing matter. Patient education is a critical component of the informed consent process in dentistry. It ensures that patients understand their treatment options, the associated risks and benefits, and the implications of their decisions. Let’s face it: from a patient’s…
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