The DDU - Supporting dentists every step of the way

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Membership helpline: 0800 085 0614

The DDU is the specialist dental division of the MDU, a mutual, not for profit, organisation owned by our members. Established in 1885, the MDU were the world's first medical defence organisation and have led the way ever since.

We defend the professional reputations of our members when their clinical performance is called into question.

DDU membership provides you with a wide range of unique benefits

The Dental Defence Union is the specialist dental division of The Medical Defence Union Limited and references to the DDU and DDU membership mean the MDU and membership of the MDU. MDU Services Limited (MDUSL) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority in respect of insurance mediation activities only. MDUSL is an agent for The Medical Defence Union Limited (the MDU). The MDU is not an insurance company. The benefits of membership of the MDU are all discretionary and are subject to the Memorandum and Articles of Association. MDU Services Limited is registered in England 3957086. Registered Office: 230 Blackfriars Road London SE1 8PJ.