The British Association of Clinical Dental Technology is a professional association that looks to sustain and advance the ethical practice of clinical dental technology and clinical dental technicians.
Set up in conjunction with the Dental Laboratories Association, the British Association of Clinical Dental Technology (BACDT) offers custom-made services that have been designed by industry experts to meet the everyday needs of the newly emerging profession. Utilising our experienced team, our member benefits include a professional representation platform, as well as information on education and daily operational needs.
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Revised NHS dental services SOPs and first NHS dentistry and oral health bulletin
The BACDT have been working with the Department of Health and Public Health England via […]
Read More about Revised NHS dental services SOPs and first NHS dentistry and oral health bulletinGDC publishes 2019 fitness to practise statistical and insight reports
The General Dental Council (GDC) has today published several reports which provide statistics and examples […]
Read More about GDC publishes 2019 fitness to practise statistical and insight reportsBook Now – Webinar 11th November 7pm – Oral cancer and precancer, what do I need to know?
The BACDT board are delighted to be launching the first online BACDT webinar. Professor Keith […]
Read More about Book Now – Webinar 11th November 7pm – Oral cancer and precancer, what do I need to know?Latest updates from the GDC – August 2020
Annual renewal and changes to the DCP register While there are a number of processes […]
Read More about Latest updates from the GDC – August 2020GDC publishes findings from ‘professionalism’ research
The findings from independent research, which was designed to inform a better shared understanding of […]
Read More about GDC publishes findings from ‘professionalism’ researchGDC update – Annual Renewal: CPD deadline for completion 31st July
We understand that many of you have faced difficulties in accessing CPD this year, due […]
Read More about GDC update – Annual Renewal: CPD deadline for completion 31st JulyPress Release: Dental Care Professionals’ Annual Renewal now open
Dental Care Professionals’ Annual Renewal now open The Annual Renewal period for UK registered […]
Read More about Press Release: Dental Care Professionals’ Annual Renewal now openGDC update – Responding to COVID-19: latest updates in uncertain times
As the COVID-19 situation continues to develop, we know that many dental professionals are continuing […]
Read More about GDC update – Responding to COVID-19: latest updates in uncertain timesCOVID-19 update from the GDC
Responding to COVID-19: regulating in uncertain times The central role which GDC has as a […]
Read More about COVID-19 update from the GDCMHRA releases response to consultation on EU exit no-deal legislative proposals
Following the MHRA’s consultation on how medicines, medical devices and clinical trials which would be […]
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GDC confirms Annual Retention Fee for 2027
The General Dental Council (GDC) today announced that the Annual Retention Fee (ARF) for 2027 […]
Read More about GDC confirms Annual Retention Fee for 2027GDC CPD Statement deadline reminder – 28th August 2026 (2 weeks today!)
The 2025–2026 CPD cycle ended on 31 July 2026, and you are required to submit […]
Read More about GDC CPD Statement deadline reminder – 28th August 2026 (2 weeks today!)GDC will not remove DCPs from register over MyGDC renewal issues
The General Dental Council (GDC) has confirmed that any dental care professional (DCP) who is […]
Read More about GDC will not remove DCPs from register over MyGDC renewal issuesInvasive Meningococcal Disease (MenB) – IPC Guidance for Dental Practices – Message from Jason Wong, Chief Dental Officer England
I am writing to provide reassurance following the outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease linked to […]
Read More about Invasive Meningococcal Disease (MenB) – IPC Guidance for Dental Practices – Message from Jason Wong, Chief Dental Officer EnglandGDC to launch new ‘user-friendly’ online registration portal
New platform replaces eGDC and modernises how future and current dental professionals apply for and manage their registration The […]
Read More about GDC to launch new ‘user-friendly’ online registration portalClocks changing this weekend
Remember, this weekend the clocks will be going back an hour this upcoming Sunday at […]
Read More about Clocks changing this weekendGeneral Dental Council publishes Annual Report and Accounts 2024
The General Dental Council (GDC) has today published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2024, […]
Read More about General Dental Council publishes Annual Report and Accounts 2024GDC Update – April
Please click here to read April’s GDC update. The GDC Chair, Lord Toby Harris, reports on […]
Read More about GDC Update – AprilGDC Update – March
Please click here to read March’s GDC update. In this edition the GDC Chair, Lord Harris, […]
Read More about GDC Update – MarchGDC deadline – make your CPD statement by 28th August 2024
As you will be aware, your 2023-2024 CPD cycle year ended on 31st July 2024, […]
Read More about GDC deadline – make your CPD statement by 28th August 2024Patient News
Invasive Meningococcal Disease (MenB) – IPC Guidance for Dental Practices – Message from Jason Wong, Chief Dental Officer England
I am writing to provide reassurance following the outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease linked to […]
Read More about Invasive Meningococcal Disease (MenB) – IPC Guidance for Dental Practices – Message from Jason Wong, Chief Dental Officer EnglandClocks changing this weekend
Remember, this weekend the clocks will be going back an hour this upcoming Sunday at […]
Read More about Clocks changing this weekendClocks changing this weekend
Remember, this weekend the clocks will be going back an hour this upcoming Sunday at […]
Read More about Clocks changing this weekendWho regulates Dentistry in the UK and who should I talk to if I have a complaint?
The General Dental Council are the regulatory body for Dentistry in the UK; their function […]
Read More about Who regulates Dentistry in the UK and who should I talk to if I have a complaint?How do I maintain my dentures to keep them in good condition?
Dentures should be looked after in the same way as you would look after your […]
Read More about How do I maintain my dentures to keep them in good condition?How do you know when it’s time for new dentures?
Although a quality pair of dentures is intended to last for a long period, over […]
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