Mental Capacity Act for Dentists and Dental Practices

Length: 3 hour course

A course designed specifically for Dentists and Dental Practices with relevant case studies and input.

Usually delivered on site at a time to suit the practice. The most popular time is a late afternoon slot.

  • What is the Mental Capacity Act?
  • Consent and working with patients who have dementia, mental health needs, a learning disability, a stroke or drug or alcohol dependency.
  • How to use it?
  • Consent for dental interventions
  • The Five Principles
  • Undertaking Capacity Assessments
  • Working in a persons Best Interest
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Advance Decisions
  • IMCAs
  • The legal framework
  • Criminal Offences

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