Your dentist follows a code of ethics set by the ADA — the Association of Dental Administrators. This governs everything from consent to advertising. Here's what it means for you as a patient.

What Is the ADA Code of Practice?
The ADA Code of Practice is a set of ethical standards written specifically for dental administrators and the practices they manage. It covers how patients should be treated, how records should be handled, and how dental services should be advertised and priced. It exists to make sure dental practices operate with transparency, honesty, and a genuine focus on patient welfare. How Does This Code Protect You?
The ADA Code requires your dentist to obtain proper informed consent before any treatment. That means you should always understand what treatment involves, what the risks are, and what it will cost — before anything begins. It also requires practices to handle your personal and medical information with strict confidentiality. Your records cannot be shared without your permission. What About Advertising?
The Code sets rules around how dental practices can market themselves. This means your dentist cannot make misleading claims about results or advertise prices that hide hidden costs. All advertising must be honest and factual. If a practice advertises dramatically cheap treatments, the ADA Code requires those prices to be clear and complete. What Can You Expect From a Compliant Practice?
When you visit a dental practice that follows the ADA Code, you can expect clear treatment plans, honest pricing, and a professional approach at every stage. You should never feel pressured into treatment you don't fully understand. You also have the right to raise concerns. If something doesn't feel right, you can ask for a full explanation — and you deserve one. Why Does This Matter to You?
The ADA Code of Practice isn't just bureaucracy. It is your protection as a patient. For a dental practice in the UK, following the ADA Code of Practice means maintaining professional standards that put patient care first. Call 01323 723757 or book at www.meadsdental.com Meads Village Dental Practice