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IN-PERSON EVENT, hosted by East Midland Branch

What to expect

This event will provide an overview of the real, rather than perceived, risks of litigation/investigation in UK dental practice, how the risks of a serious complaint arising can be reduced and the personal, emotional, consequences be mitigated.  

Timings

18:30  Registration and buffet meal

19:45  Lecture with Callum Youngson

20:45  Networking

21:00  Ends

Learning objectives 

  • Discuss the prevalence of complaints/litigation received by different groups of practitioners
  • Describe the factors that may lead to a complaint being lodged and practical steps to avoid, or mitigate these
  • Recognise where to seek appropriate support when a complaint arises
  • Access a personal strategy that prevents the adoption of defensive dentistry and maintains a positive working life.

Development outcomes

A, B and C

Meet the speaker

Callum Youngson MBE

Callum qualified in Dundee in 1982. He trained at Leeds Dental School between 1983 and 2003 before becoming Professor and then Dean at Liverpool Dental School until 2018. He retired from as a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry and his clinical work in 2021.

He was Chair of Dental Protection Board from 2014 until June 2024 and will become President of the BDA in May 2026. 

More information 

Please email [email protected] with any dietary requirements.

Would you be interested in getting involved in the East Midland Branch?

We are looking for enthusiastic members to join the East Midland Branch committee. A role on the committee is a great way to get involved in the BDA at a local level and to help provide and shape local educational and networking events. It’s also great to have on your CV!

A brief description of the different roles in a committee is available here.

The Branch has the support of the centrally-based Local Services team who are on hand to help and advise on any aspect of running the Section and planning events.

If interested, or for more information, please contact Philip Martin, Branch Chair, on the day, or email us at [email protected]

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Derby Conference Centre

London Road, Derby DE24 8UX

Tel: 01332 861 842

[email protected]

Please ensure you register your vehicle upon arrival at reception.

Connect with us

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Excellent speaker!

Great to meet local dentists and to network

The speaker was excellent and it was great to network with colleagues