Patient Confidentiality — NDEB AFK MCQ

Correct answer: C — Posting a clinical photograph of a patient's teeth on social media without the patient's written consent

Posting identifiable clinical photographs on social media without explicit written consent is a breach of patient confidentiality. Even de-identified photos may be recognisable. Canadian privacy legislation (PIPEDA, provincial equivalents) and professional regulatory standards require informed consent before sharing any patient information beyond the circle of care. All dental team members involved in the patient's care may access records as part of the circle of care.

Reference: CDA – Code of Ethics; PIPEDA – Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act