Philosophy and principles of ethics: Its applications in dental practice

Prasad, D Krishna; Jain, Ajay; Hegde, Chethan; Shetty, Manoj

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“…[15] It was suggested by Johnson in 1946 that a philosophical approach to ethics is in fact better than the dualistic approach which will allow the dental professional to pursue an ethical practice following a more eclectic approach. 16 Ethical problems arise from conflicts between orthodontist's obligation to deliver best care to the patient and the need to respect their decisions. These are based on the underlying ethical principles of beneficence, and respect for autonomy of patients.…”

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Ethics in Adult Orthodontics

Kaushik¹,

Lokamithra²,

Arani³

2020

MLU

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Ethics is the understanding and the ability to differentiate right from wrong in human behavior. Dental ethics denotes moral duties and obligations of a dental practitioner towards their patients, fellow colleagues, and the society at large. An ethical practice among dentists ensure good patient care in concurrence with their treatment needs. Ethical principles and codes introduced by regulatory bodies benefit the patient, avoid harm, and respect patient's preferences. Ethical dilemmas are faced by orthodontists during orthodontic interventions, even though important human values may be at stake during the course of treatment. The code of ethics in dentistry warrants an orthodontist to act in the best interest of their patients regardless of their financial status, even putting themselves at jeopardy if need be. This article thus focuses on the morals and ethics that should be abided by an orthodontist in order to deliver the best possible care to their patients.

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Ethics in Adult Orthodontics

Kaushik¹,

Lokamithra²,

Arani³

2020

MLU

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“…Sabarinath B etal in his published article 2011 [3] emphasized that the reputation of being a dentist comes with a responsibility to society and to fellow affiliates of profession to carry out one's professional activities in a highly ethical manner [12]. Maintaining highest ethical value obligate the dental professionals to be constantly update their informations about apparent changes that have been noticed regarding what is morally or ethically acceptable to the society in the recent past [13].…”

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Medical Ethics Knowledge and Awareness Assessment Among Dentists in Nineveh Governorate (Cross Sectional Study)

Al-Rawee¹,

Alsabea²,

Hameed³

2020

IJCOMS

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Medical ethics principles are universally accepted. However, each country can make some modifications and develop specific clarifications reliable with countries' existing culture. As with any profession, dentists have a responsibility to their patients and communities in which they practice, more over it is essential that dental professionals understand and practice honestly the code of ethics which is approved by the ministry of health in Iraq. Researcher aim is to highlighting the importance of ethics in general and dentistry as specific; understand the different echelons in knowledge between professional's dentists and to identify dental intern level of understanding the ethics responsibilities were given in the questionnaire. A cross-sectional questionnaire study was accomplished among three groups of dentist in Nineveh. The sample size of 240 participants was calculated from the total number of dentists (979) in Nineveh allocated between intern resident, general practitioners and dental specialist. For data collection we use a revised specialized questionnaires published by Satish Deo and his colleagues in 2018. A self-administered, 40 -itemed questioner encompassing four sections: general information, knowledge, attitude, and practice of ethics in dental healthcare were employed. Data are statistically analyzed shows that most dentists' age is ranged between two levels (less than 28 y and from 36 to 43y) with mean age (36.66 years). In spite of that females are forming the high percentage (63.8) in practitioners group but no sex predilection in the total result. Specialist show high significant scores in the statistical analysis when compared with practitioners and interns. The last group shows the least level in knowledge. Concluding from this study that reputation to be part of medical healthcare persons make dentist forced to follow the ethical roles in the country where he live and should be an ideal example for others in the society as we are the mirrors of each other's.

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“…These codes which are based on ethical principles, religious beliefs and the social and cultural considerations guide the dental practitioners in their everyday practice and also establish expectations for dentists in fulfilling their ethical and professional duties to the patients, public and the profession itself. These codes are as follows: 12 1. Increasing ethical and professional consciousness and the sense of ethical responsibility.…”

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Act without Fear or Favor: Ethics in Dentistry

Ramdurg¹,

Ramdurg²

2014

Journal of Postgraduate Medicine, Education and Research

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The dental profession holds a special position of trust within society. As a consequence, society affords the profession certain privileges that are not available to members of the public at large. In return, the profession makes a commitment to society that its members will adhere to high ethical standards of conduct. A philosophical study of moral issues of right and wrong is called ethics, and deals with the moral duties of the professional dentists toward their patient, society and professional colleagues. The dentists have a duty to conduct their professional life, in accordance with the fundamental principles of ethics. This article reviews the evolution and philosophy of ethics, theories of ethics and the fundamental principles of ethics that the dentist should follow. How to cite this article Ramdurg V, Ramdurg P. Act without Fear or Favor: Ethics in Dentistry. J Postgrad Med Edu Res 2014;48(4):186-189.

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Philosophy and principles of ethics: Its applications in dental practice

Cited by 7 publications

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Ethics in Adult Orthodontics

Ethics in Adult Orthodontics

Medical Ethics Knowledge and Awareness Assessment Among Dentists in Nineveh Governorate (Cross Sectional Study)

Act without Fear or Favor: Ethics in Dentistry

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