BACDT Dental News

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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GDC publishes 2026 whistleblowing disclosures report

The General Dental Council (GDC) received 138 whistleblowing disclosures between 1 April 2025 and 31 […]

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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 […]

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GDC – Annual Renewal 2026

The GDC annual renewal period for 2026 is now open and will close on 31st […]

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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 […]

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GDC 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 […]

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Clocks changing this weekend

Remember, this weekend the clocks will be going back an hour this upcoming Sunday at […]

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GDC deadline – make your CPD statement by 28th August 2025

As you will be aware, your 2024-2025 CPD cycle year ended on 31st July 2025, […]

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General Dental Council publishes Annual Report and Accounts 2024

The General Dental Council (GDC) has today published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2024, […]

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GDC opens renewal period for dental care professionals

The General Dental Council (GDC) today (9 June) opened its annual renewal period for dental […]

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GDC Update – April

Please click here to read April’s GDC update. The GDC Chair, Lord Toby Harris, reports on […]

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Members News

Elections for position on the BACDT Advisory Board – Nomination Form

An email has been sent this morning to membership about elections for a position on […]

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GDC publishes research on experiences in fitness to practise

Independent qualitative research, commissioned by the General Dental Council to understand and learn from the […]

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Members, send us your news!

The BACDT Membership Team would love to hear from members with any news that you […]

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Summary of the main mini – budget announcement

Please see below a summary of the main mini – budget announcements The basic rate […]

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Business energy bills to be capped under government plan

The government has announced plans to introduce a cap on wholesale energy bills for businesses. […]

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BACDT Office closed 19th September

Along with much of the country, the BACDT office will be closed as a mark […]

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Bank holiday announced for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State Funeral

As you may be aware, a bank holiday has been announced for Her Majesty Queen […]

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HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN

It is with great sadness The British Association of Clinical Dental Technology learns of the […]

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Consultation on GDC’s three-year strategic plan opens amidst great uncertainty in dentistry

The General Dental Council (GDC) has today opened a consultation on its plans for the […]

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Improving compliance with CPD requirements among DCPs

Last year the GDC reported that around 3,000 (4.5%) dental care professionals did not manage […]

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Patient 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 […]

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Clocks changing this weekend

Remember, this weekend the clocks will be going back an hour this upcoming Sunday at […]

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Clocks changing this weekend

Remember, this weekend the clocks will be going back an hour this upcoming Sunday at […]

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Who 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 […]

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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 […]

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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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