Eric Easson

Eric Easson

Author at Dentistry Online

Eric qualified in 2001 at Manchester University, gained the MFGDP (UK) in 2006 and a masters in medical law (LLM) in 2015. As well as being a dentolegal adviser for The DDU, he works in general practice and as a clinical teaching fellow at Manchester University.
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Dealing with unwanted attention from a patient

Eric Easson discusses what to do if you find yourself on the receiving end of unwanted attention from a patient. Occasionally, the Dental Defence Union (DDU) is contacted by members whose patients have overstepped the dental professional/patient boundary by making their romantic feelings known or acting inappropriately. This can include patients asking members out for…

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Avoiding social media pitfalls

Eric Easson advises how to navigate social media successfully when beginning your career. Your social media profiles can be a useful tool when beginning your dental career.  Enabling you to communicate with other dental professionals, ensure that you have access to up-to-date healthcare information. Also allowing you to provide visitors to your page with information.…

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The dangers of closed social media groups

Eric Easson explains the pitfalls of posting on private social media groups. Social media groups and forums can often be a useful platform to discuss the pressures of being a dentist, for example, sharing best practice, voicing frustrations, or asking questions to colleagues. There are numerous forums that are ‘closed’, meaning that they allow discussion in…

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Do you prioritise your health?

Eric Easson says it is crucial that dentists prioritise their own health as well as the health of their patients. Dentistry is often a rewarding profession, treating patients and helping them to improve their oral health. However, it is becoming an increasingly demanding career path and there are often times when being a dentist can…

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