Resources from the Office of the Chief Dental Officer
Leading the change for oral health and the provision of dental care.
https://www.england.nhs.uk/primary-care/dentistry/leading-the-change/
British Dental Association
The British Dental Association is the professional association and trade union for dentists in the UK. It brings dentists together, supporting members through advice and education and representing their interests.
BDA: Changes to the NHS Dental Contract
https://www.bda.org/news-and-opinion/news/england-modest-improvements-not-the-final-destination/
NHS Dental Quality and Payment Reforms: Guidance
https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/nhs-dental-quality-and-payment-reforms-guidance/
FDI World Dental Federation
FDI World Dental Federation serves as the principal representative body for more than one million dentists worldwide, developing health policy and continuing education programmes, speaking as a unified voice for dentistry in international advocacy and supporting member associations in global oral health promotion activities.
GDPUK
This is a forum for dentists and dental professionals to discuss all aspects of their profession, their practice and their business, centred on the UK. Subjects dissected have been diverse, from tips on simple techniques to guidance on buying major equipment, to discussions on the various practice management software packages, and of ongoing developments in British dental politics.
General Dental Council
The General Dental Council (GDC) is the UK-wide statutory regulator for dentists and DCPs. Individuals are registered here.
LDC Conference
Taking part in conferences is a great opportunity for dentists young and old and from every region to be proactive in finding new ways to improve their working lives. It also facilitates us all to do the best for our patients. By coming to a conference, you get the chance to challenge the status quo and step out of your comfort zone. If you have strong feelings on any aspect of dentistry – please let your voice be heard!
NHS Dental Charges
The NHS website is your go-to for information about NHS dental charges.
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/dentists/how-much-will-i-pay-for-nhs-dental-treatment/
Somerset LMC
Supporting GPs to deliver safe, compassionate, high-quality care to their patients.
Oral Health Foundation
Formerly the British Dental Health Foundation. The Oral Health Foundation is an independent charity (not for profit), dedicated to improving oral health and wellbeing around the world. For more than 45 years, it has provided expert, independent and impartial advice on all aspects of oral health directly to those who need it most.
The Practitioner Advice and Support Scheme (PASS) is available for all levy payers and aims to support mentor dentists who are struggling and in need of help. If you would like to access this support we can help put you in contact with a suitably trained colleague.
The Care Quality Commission
The health and social care regulator for England. Dental premises are registered and inspected here.
The Faculty of Dental Surgery
Within the Royal College of Surgeons of England. The FDS is an independent professional body committed to helping the entire dental team achieve and maintain excellence in practice and patient care.
Committee of Postgraduate Dental Deans and Directors
The Postgraduate Dental Deans and Directors Committee commissions and manages the delivery of postgraduate dental and medical education and training for dental practitioners.
The NHS Business Services Authority Dental Services Division
Formerly known as the DPB (Dental Practice Board), this is the paymaster for general dental practitioners.
The Dental Portal
The Dental Portal is where providers and performers can log in to check their UDAs and contract progress, and make superannuation returns.
British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
A society promoting excellence and ethics in aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry.
British Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry
The leading authority of aesthetic dentistry in the UK and Europe.
British Academy of Restorative Dentistry
Practitioner Health Support
Free confidential help and support for dentists with mental health and addiction problems.
Workforce, Training and Education (WTE) Directorate within NHS England
https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/professional-support-postgraduate-medical-dental-trainees/
https://peninsuladeanery.nhs.uk/about-us/professional-support-and-well-being-south-west/
Specialist Societies
Each of the specialisms in dentistry has at least one specialist society, each with its own website. Details of each are below.
Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology – https://bsdmfr.org.uk/
Dental Public Health – https://www.bascd.org/
Endodontics – https://britishendodonticsociety.org.uk/
Oral Medicine – https://bisom.org.uk/
Oral Microbiology – https://bsodr.org.uk/
Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology – https://www.bsomp.org.uk/
Orthodontics – https://bos.org.uk/
Oral Surgery – https://www.baos.org.uk/
Paediatric Dentistry – https://www.bspd.co.uk/
Periodontology – https://www.bsperio.org.uk/
Prosthodontics – https://www.bsspd.org/
Restorative Dentistry – https://www.bsrd.org.uk/
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