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BRITISH DENTAL ASSOCIATION

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We are the voice of dentists and dental students in the UK. We bring dentists together, support our members through advice and education, and represent their interests.

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You can trust the BDA to provide expert advice for your working life, indemnify you through a dentist-led team fighting your corner, provide learning for you and the wider dental team, and keep dentistry on the desks of politicians and the media.

 

 

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For associates and practice owners

New advice: Urgent Dental Care Incentive Scheme payments

NHS England's Urgent Dental Care Incentive Scheme runs until 31 March 2026, and is separated from the standard Units of Dental Activity. To support fair implementation, we have developed a clear and consistent approach to distributing any Scheme payments, designed to work for all associates and to reflect each performer’s contribution to urgent care activity.
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Learning and development

IN-PERSON EVENT – FRIDAY 14 NOVEMBER

Annual Dento-legal study day

Are you protected from risk and misperception? Join us for an insightful day focussing on managing liability, maintaining credibility, and presenting your best professional self.
For overseas-qualified dentists

Start your UK dental career with confidence

Join our starting out in the UK lecture series: eight expert-led sessions on everything from NHS frameworks to ORE preparation. Become an Essential Affiliate member for £33 and attend free, saving £400, or book your place if you’re already a member.
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1-2-1 advice for Extra and Expert members

As an Extra or Expert member, you can rely on unlimited, one-to-one support from our industry experts whenever you need it. Whether you need quick guidance or in-depth support, our expert advisors are here to help.
BDA INDEMNITY

Offering orthodontic treatment? Our indemnity policy is made for you.

Our policy covers fixed and removable appliances including treatments using aligner systems.
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