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 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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National Smile Month – 12th May to 12th June ‘Feed your Smile’

National Smile Month is a charity campaign all about championing the benefits of having good oral health […]

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Members News

BACDT Zoom Webinar 21st April 2021 – Infection Prevention in Relation to the Manufacture of Dental Devices with Dr Rebecca Taylor

The BACDT are delighted to be hosting a Zoom Webinar on Wednesday 21st April 2021 at […]

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Registering your business for free rapid lateral flow coronavirus tests – change in criteria

The government are changing the criteria re companies ordering free rapid lateral flow coronavirus tests. […]

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GDC introduces option to pay ARF by instalments

A new pay by instalments option for the Annual Retention Fee (ARF) has been announced […]

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Potential HEE DCP Network – Midlands and East

Dear All, I help to facilitate the Midlands and East Health Education England Dental Technician […]

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Last Chance to Book – Oral Cancer Webinar – Thursday 25th February

Following the success of the first webinar on Oral Cancer, the BACDT board are delighted […]

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The FCA launches Business interruption insurance – policy checker

The FCA has published a policy checker to help policyholders find out if their insurance policy may […]

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BACDT Christmas Opening Hours

During the Christmas period, the BACDT Office will be closed from 3.00pm on Tuesday 22nd […]

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BACDT & Skillbond Christmas Prize Draw – 1st Winner announced

BACDT & Skillbond Christmas Prize Draw Congratulations to our 1st Winner – Peter Aylott of […]

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Book Now – Webinar Wednesday 16th December 7pm – Thorough Record Keeping for Clinical Dental Technicians

The BACDT board are proud to announce the BACDT’s 2nd webinar, which will take place […]

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Extended Furlough Scheme

Boris Johnson announced on 31st October a new lockdown for 28 days from Thursday 5th […]

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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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