GDC PRINCIPLES

Question 1

patients first

Answer 1

– Ensures patients receive ethical, high-quality care rather than being pressured into unnecessary treatments
- builds trust and patient rapport

Question 2

Effective communication

Answer 2

• reduce anxiety
  patients make informed decisions
• ensures consent is full informed

Question 3

maintain & protect patient info

Answer 3

• builds trust
• protects against data breaches
• accurate record keeping

Question 4

obtain consent ( constant consent and capacity)

Answer 4

• trust
• strong patient dentist rapport
• transparency and protects patients rights

Question 5

clear and effective complaints procedure

Answer 5

• improve services
• trust their issue will be taken seriously

Question 6

work well with colleagues for the patients best interest

Answer 6

• best for the patient
• positive work environment = efficient work
• multidisciplinary care so work together for a better informed solution

Question 7

maintain develop and work within our professional knowledge and skills

Answer 7

• patients receive the best treatment for them
• prevents errors due to outdated knowledge
• helps dentists remain confident in their work

Question 8

raise concern if patient is at risk

Answer 8

• Protects patients from harm due to negligence or misconduct.
• Encourages a culture of accountability in dental care.
• Prevents ethical or legal issues from being ignored.

Question 9

reflect personal behaviour well

Answer 9

• Maintains public trust in dental professionals.
• Encourages high ethical standards across the industry.
• Helps build strong, long-term relationships with patients