Key points
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There are three classical ethical theories - deontology, utilitarianism and virtue ethics. Virtue ethics is the application of a virtue described as ‘practical wisdom'.
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Many professional codes of practice focus on duty and obligation.
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Ethical and unethical behaviours are evoked by systemic features.
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Ethical pluralism offers a solution for ethical re-orientation.
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Rattan MBE, R. Pragmatic ethics. Br Dent J 236, 620–621 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-024-7341-8
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