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Supporting you through NHS contract changes

Come 1 April there will be changes to the UDA contract in England and fundamental reforms of the NHS contract in Wales. Whether you are a practice owner or associate member, we are here to support you. Visit our information hubs to find out more.
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Templates, checklists and audits

BDA Expert members have access to our entire library of audits, checklists, and templates - giving you a head start in running safe, compliant and successful practice.

Confidential counselling for members

All our members have access to Health Assured, a confidential service designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems that are affecting your wellbeing.

Associate contract reviews

An associate contract review will support you to ensure that you have the right agreement in place and understand it fully. We're here to help.

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Business finances

Business budgeting for your dental practice

A practical guide to help you plan, set, and review an annual budget for your dental practice that supports financial stability, informed decision-making, and long-term resilience.

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NHS contracts and tendering

Handing back an NHS contract in Wales: Key considerations for practice owners

Guidance for practice owners in Wales on the practical, financial, and contractual considerations involved in handing back an NHS contract, and the steps required to manage the process.

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Associate contracts

BDA Associate Contract (NHS and mixed in Wales): Guide for associates

Advice on our model Associate Contract and how it can help you update and strengthen your associate agreement in light of the Welsh NHS dental contract reform from April 2026.

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Associate contracts

BDA Associate Contract (NHS and mixed in Wales): Guide for practice owners

Advice on our model Associate Contract and how to use it when updating your associate agreements in light of the new Welsh NHS dental contract reform from April 2026.

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NHS contracts and tendering

NHS dental contract changes in England from April 2026: Guide for associates

Guidance for associates on the NHS dental contract changes in England taking effect in April 2026, and how it will impact your working environment and remuneration.

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Personal finances

Investing tax efficiently

A practical overview of the increasingly complex world of investment taxation in the UK, highlighting frozen thresholds, evolving dividend tax rules, and measures announced in the Autumn Budget 2025. It outlines how investments are currently taxed and what changes lie ahead, helping you navigate an evolving landscape. Kindly provided by our trusted partners Chase de Vere.

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Business management

Developing a business plan for your dental practice

Guidance to help you develop a structured business plan for your dental practice, assess your current position, and define the steps needed to achieve your goals.

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Setting and collecting fees

Fee collection in your dental practice

Clear and consistent fee collection supports your practice’s financial stability and helps patients understand what to expect. This advice outlines practical steps to create reliable, patient-focused systems for collecting fees.

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Setting and collecting fees

Communicating dental fees to your patients

Guidance for dental practices on how to communicate fees clearly, confidently, and in line with regulatory expectations, helping patients understand costs and make informed decisions.

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Business finances

Understanding the operating costs of your dental practice

A guide for practice owners on analysing operating costs in a structured way and using our model operating costs calculator to support informed financial decision-making.

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Setting and collecting fees

Setting private and plan fees in your dental practice

Guidance for practice owners on how to set private and plan fees that cover your operating costs, reflect the value of your service, and support sustainable practice growth.

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Business management

Managing organisational change in your dental practice

Guidance for practice owners on planning, managing and embedding organisational change effectively within a dental practice.

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Wellbeing resources for dentists

Explore support services, counselling, further reading, and resources to help you manage stress, build resilience, and feel more connected. Whether you’re looking for 1:1 help, peer support, or practical tools - you can find everything related to mental health and wellbeing on our wellbeing hub.
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Overseas-qualified dentist? Working towards GDC registration?

Navigating GDC registration can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Our Affiliate membership gives you the guidance, resources and support to make the process smoother and clearer.
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Check out our bite-size advice videos

As a complement to our wide range of detailed written advice, we have produced a series of short videos where our experts share their insight on the business matters you ask us about most frequently - from partnerships and complaints handling to financial management and long-term leave.
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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.
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HR consultancy services

If you have recruitment and selection pressures, or grievances or disciplinaries looming, we’ll take over. Our HR, practice management and business consultants will listen to your dilemma and design a plan to deal with the issues. Save yourself time and money.
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