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By dental professionals, for dental professionals. We're the Dental Defence Union (DDU): a mutual, not-for-profit organisation owned by our members.

We provide professional indemnity, and guide, support and defend our members throughout their careers. The DDU is the specialist dental division of the MDU. The MDU is a not-for-profit organisation wholly dedicated to our members. We offer our members expert guidance, personal support and robust defence. The MDU is led and staffed by doctors and dentists who have real-life experience of the pressures and challenges you face every day.

05/11/2026

We've just relaunched our SJT e-learning course 🚨

Perfect for final year dental students applying for a foundation scheme in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

The course will help you prepare for your SJT - approaching both elements of the assessment to demonstrate your understanding of safe, ethical dental practice.

Start here: https://www.theddu.com/for-students/sjt-support

03/11/2026

AI is becoming much more common in clinical practice.

However, using AI without approval and outside the governance framework of your organisation carries significant personal risks.

Individuals are responsible for ensuring that patient information remains confidential and that clinical records are accurate, including clinical notes transcribed by AI systems.

Consequently, it’s crucial that clinicians receive training in how AI tools work, are aware of the risks and understand they are responsible for any decision or documentation they make with AI.

27/10/2026

Brush up on your ethical marketing skills in our upcoming webinar.

Learn the key principles of responsible dental marketing, alongside guidance on planning, implementing and reviewing marketing activity.

Register here: https://event.eu.on24.com/wcc/r/8000206787/8B71B7CA4F3E038A5532E21CA0333FB1?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dmarketing

21/10/2026

Received a complaint?

Don't panic! We are here to support you every step of the way.

Head of DDU, Simon Kidd shares his first experience and how we guided him through this stressful time.

Find out what to do next: https://www.theddu.com/get-ddu-support/ive-had-a-complaint

15/10/2026

Catch up on our latest on-demand webinar to get inspection ready with confidence.

Gain insider knowledge from an experienced CQC consultant and former inspector and learn common themes and trends emerging from recent inspections.

Watch here: https://www.theddu.com/guidance-and-advice/podcasts-and-videos/key-cqc-changes

12/10/2026

Great to attend Dentistry Show London alongside Red Whale this weekend.

Thanks to everyone who came along to chat to us. If you missed us, you can learn more about our clinical education modules for dentist members here: https://www.theddu.com/my-membership/red-whale-dental

09/10/2026

As AI is evolving in dentistry, it is important to use it responsibly.

Head of DDU Simon Kidd discusses why AI can support but not replace a dental professional's clinical judgement.

02/10/2026

Is buying back your NHS pension the right choice for you?

Watch our on-demand webinar in partnership with Armstrong Watson to understand whether buying back pension service is the right decision for your circumstances: https://www.theddu.com/guidance-and-advice/podcasts-and-videos/mccloud-remedy-and-contingent-decisions-is-buying-back-your-nhs-pension-right-for-you?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social

21/09/2026

Updated guidance on antibiotic prophylaxis for infective endocarditis has important clinical and dento-legal implications.

Dentist members can access a new Red Whale module and webinar covering the clinical application of this guidance from 24th September.

Find out more: https://www.theddu.com/my-membership/red-whale-dental

18/09/2026

Social media can be a great way to share dental advice, connect with fellow professionals and even take a little light relief from the pressures of practice.

But it also comes with professional responsibilities.

Learn to navigate social media safely and confidently with our free e-learning course. Complete it at your own pace and earn 1 hour of verifiable CPD.

Find out more: https://www.theddu.com/learn-and-develop/course-listing/social-media-for-dental-professionals

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