Ethics

Question 1

veracity

Answer 1

• dentist has a duty to communicate truthfully.
• This includes the accurate representation of fees and services rendered.

Question 2

Autonomy

Answer 2

patient’s right to self-governance.

This involves patients being fully aware of all treatment options, including risks and benefits.

Question 3

Beneficence

Answer 3

duty of the dentist to “do good” and promote the patient’s welfare. I

Question 4

Justice

Answer 4

describes the duty to be fair in dealings with patients, colleagues, and society.