Ethics in Dentistry

Ethics in Dentistry is organized by  Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC.

Last reviewed: Nov 01, 2018
Expires: Nov 01, 2021

Description:
The dental profession holds a special position of trust within society
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.

Course Objectives:
When you complete this course, you will take a written or online test that measures your ability to identify:
• Ethical concepts related to the dentist-patient relationship.
• Proper methods of reporting suspected child abuse, taking medical-dental histories, and refusing to treat patients.
• Requirements for protecting patients' confidential information and obtaining patients' informed consent.
• Recommended ethical procedures regarding treatment standards, substitute dentists, employees, and risk management.
• Ethical considerations in avoiding and dealing with lawsuits.
• Ethical aspects of professionalism in dentistry.

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.