An Overview of the Mental Capacity Act for the Dental Team (DWD30APR26)

AvailabilityPlaces available - administrator booking onlyA
SubjectMental Health
DescriptionAn update in how to apply the principles of the Mental Capacity Act to identify those patients who require supported decision making and also those who lack the capacity to consent to dental treatment and will require a decision to be made in their best interests.
VenuePlatform tbc, - Virtual  View details
Date & timeThursday 30 April 2026, 19:00 to 20:00
LecturerBalqees Bi  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Course styleLecture
CategoryProfessional development
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeA
CPD hours1:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To provide an overview for members of the dental team on the Mental Capacity Act (MCA), including the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).

Objectives

Define the terms Mental Capacity and Deprivation of Liberty

Describe the five core principles of the MCA

Gain an understanding on how mental capacity is assessed

Gain an understanding of the application of the MCA to dental related scenarios & making best interest decisions for patients who lack capacity to consent to dental treatment.

Learning outcomes

The MCA, The Deprivation of Liberty & The assessment of mental capacity will be explained in relation to dentistry. Will cover the principles of the MCA, and its impact on the dental team for safeguarding vulnerable patients and the process of consent. Consider other aspects of the MCA relevant to dentistry e.g. DoLS