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Pat Langley navigates the updated Health Technical Memorandum 07-01: A Guide for Dental Practices. Few would disagree that the practice of dentistry produces huge amounts of waste in the form of single-use items. This needs to change where possible and as a profession, we need guidance on how best to make these changes safely. A…
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Pat Langley discusses how to prepare and implement 360-degree appraisal and shares her tips to prepare for the process. A 360-degree appraisal (also known as ‘multi-source feedback’) is like a traditional appraisal in its concept. It does, however, take a more holistic view of performance management. A 360-degree appraisal should not be used instead of…
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Pat Langley issues a personal reminder for dental practices amid a new COVID-19 variant. As someone who recently navigated a COVID-19 infection, I’m keen to share my experience with dental practice teams. If I can help even one person avoid COVID’s clutches, I’ll be happy! My journey with the virus was a stark reminder that…
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Pat Langley looks at how the CQC regulates dentistry and what you can do to ensure your practice complies. Compliance is a critical part of running a dental practice. It covers a huge range of topics, but at its heart it is straightforward. Put simply, compliance is about being able to consistently demonstrate that you…
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Are you compliant with the MHRA’s registration requirements? Pat Langley uncovers what you need to know. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is responsible for regulating the UK medical devices market. Dental laboratories are required to register with the MHRA, and you should check that the laboratory/laboratories you use is/are registered. Many/most dental…
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Pat Langley provides some insight into what is and isn’t changing under the new CQC framework, and what this means for your practice. Since its inception in 2011, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) has evolved the way it inspects and regulates. The first major change was in April 2015, and another evolution is currently underway…
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When an inspector calls: the thought of a CQC inspection can cause worry for even the most experienced dental practice owner. Pat Langley shares an overview of what you can expect. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is primarily concerned with good outcomes for patients. This means its remit is to check that dental practices have…
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As a DPAS Dental Plans Business Bites partner, Pat Langley from Apolline has some clear and much-valued advice for practices concerned about their next CQC inspection. There continues to be much discussion in the profession about the best way to ensure that your practice becomes and remains compliant with regulatory requirements. The CQC is now…
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Pat Langley, director at Apolline, outlines some of the important changes to the way the CQC regulates and inspects and stresses the importance of keeping compliance ‘live’. On 1 April this year the Care Quality Commission (CQC) moved from a requirement to demonstrate compliance with the essential standards of quality and safety, to a requirement to demonstrate…
