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 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 publishes 2026 whistleblowing disclosures report
The General Dental Council (GDC) received 138 whistleblowing disclosures between 1 April 2025 and 31 […]
Read More about GDC publishes 2026 whistleblowing disclosures reportGDC 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 issuesGDC – Annual Renewal 2026
The GDC annual renewal period for 2026 is now open and will close on 31st […]
Read More about GDC – Annual Renewal 2026Invasive 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 weekendGDC 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, […]
Read More about GDC deadline – make your CPD statement by 28th August 2025General 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 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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BACDT Office Christmas opening hours
An email has been sent this morning advising members of the BACDT’s office Christmas opening […]
Read More about BACDT Office Christmas opening hoursElections for position on the BACDT Advisory Board – Nomination Form
An email has been sent this morning to membership about elections for a position on […]
Read More about Elections for position on the BACDT Advisory Board – Nomination FormGDC publishes research on experiences in fitness to practise
Independent qualitative research, commissioned by the General Dental Council to understand and learn from the […]
Read More about GDC publishes research on experiences in fitness to practiseMembers, send us your news!
The BACDT Membership Team would love to hear from members with any news that you […]
Read More about Members, send us your news!Summary of the main mini – budget announcement
Please see below a summary of the main mini – budget announcements The basic rate […]
Read More about Summary of the main mini – budget announcementBusiness energy bills to be capped under government plan
The government has announced plans to introduce a cap on wholesale energy bills for businesses. […]
Read More about Business energy bills to be capped under government planBACDT Office closed 19th September
Along with much of the country, the BACDT office will be closed as a mark […]
Read More about BACDT Office closed 19th SeptemberBank 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 […]
Read More about Bank holiday announced for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s State FuneralHER MAJESTY THE QUEEN
It is with great sadness The British Association of Clinical Dental Technology learns of the […]
Read More about HER MAJESTY THE QUEENConsultation 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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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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