An analysis of complaints against dentists made to the HPCSA: 2009-2023
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The study aims to provide an updated description of HPCSA complaints against dentists. The objectives were to analyse
the incidence, types and consequences of professional misconduct and unprofessional behaviour complaints against South African dentists from 2009-2023
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