Developing safeguarding skills and competencies

Abstract

Safeguarding is an important part of an orthodontist’s working life, as such there are several organisations and a plethora of legislation. These strive to ensure orthodontists implement the safeguarding agenda in their working environment. This article will provide background information on safeguarding. It then focuses on the development and training of dentists. The article looks at approaches that have been used in a hospital setting to engage staff and to generate clinical implementation.