An Ethical Dental Dilemma

Paper Summary:

The paper discusses a dilemma facing a student witnessing unethical practice whilst in employment in a dental office. The paper questions situations in what should be done where an action appears to be correct but in reality is totally incorrect. The paper stresses that the patient's safety is of foremost importance and cannot be endangered in any manner during treatment. The paper also questions whether the negative activity should have been reported as an incorrect procedure, which the student found difficult, as the student was not a permanent staff member.

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Introduction
Concrete experience
Reflective observations
Abstract concepts
Active experimentation
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"This experience was certainly a shock merely because the act was done in a setting associated with cleanliness and a professional environment that was autonomous and upheld the highest standards of health care. Moreover, it sent a message that real life in general was wrought with gray areas and more importantly, less than ideal practices. What is meant here is that, as a profession that is self-governed, its constituent members should perform their duties to the best of their abilities without compromise up to the standards set by governing professional organizations. As clear cut as this may seem to do, reality is often wrought with conflicting interests such as this one."

Sample of Sources Used:

• American Dental Association (ADA). "Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct." ADA.org. 2005. 22 July 2007. <http://www.ada.org>

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