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The circumstances of this case relate to concerns about the behaviour of a dentist in a university teaching role. Allegations, regarding a period ending in 2022 and not related to his clinical performance, have been put to the Registrant in relation to failing to maintain appropriate standards of behaviour regarding students and a colleague. The Case Examiners considered evidence including Investigation reports and University documentation including policies and procedures. The Case Examiners have determined that there is a real prospect of most of the facts alleged being found proved by a Practice Committee, a real prospect of the statutory ground of misconduct being established but no real prospect of a Practice Committee finding the Registrant’s fitness to practise to be currently impaired. In the circumstances, therefore, the Case Examiners have determined to issue a warning to indicate to the Registrant that, whilst this matter has not been referred to a Practice Committee, his conduct as alleged was a departure from expected standards which warrants a formal response from the GDC. The Case Examiners have taken into account their Guidance Manual (November 2016) regarding the criteria to be considered when minded to issue a warning, and also their Indicative Outcomes Guidance (February 2018) in relation to examples of types of cases for which it may be appropriate to issue a warning, including in relation to acting responsibly towards patients and staff. Based on the guidance, the Case Examiners consider that a warning in this case is necessary to declare and uphold proper standards of conduct. Further, the Case Examiners consider that publication of the warning for a period of 12 months is appropriate and proportionate in the circumstances and will ensure that a message is sent to the Registrant and to the wider profession regarding the importance of maintaining appropriate standards. The Registrant is reminded that this warning will form part of his Fitness to Practise history, even after it is no longer published, and may need to be disclosed as required. The Case Examiners warn the Registrant that he must: • act responsibly towards colleagues and patients • be aware of his communication style and verbal interactions • maintain appropriate communication with colleagues and all members of the dental team • follow and apply all GDC Standards and established guidance relevant to his practice.