Private practice
Moving to private practice in Northern Ireland
Guidance for practice owners and associates in Northern Ireland on the key considerations involved in moving from Health Service care to private dental practice.
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There's a lot involved in delivering the business of dentistry, whether you're in NHS, mixed or private practice. In this section you will find the expert advice and support you need to make your business a success.
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Dental market insight report 2026
Dentists working in general practice - be they associates, practice owners and partners, or running practices on behalf of larger groups - are uniquely exposed to changes in the economy. Our report is essential reading for anyone interested in how the current political and economic context affects general dental practice in the UK.
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UDA contract changes: Support for practice owners
Advice, courses and other resources to help you navigate the changes to the UDA contract with confidence and clarity. Exclusively for BDA members.
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Downloads for your dental practice
Expert members have access to our popular library of audits, checklists, and templates - giving you a head start in running a safe, compliant and successful practice.
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Contact our NHS and business team
Alongside our online guidance, get unlimited, tailored advice by phone or email. Our team can help Extra and Expert members with all aspects of running a NHS, private or mixed practice, including NHS contract terms and variations, clawback and breach or remedial notices.
BDA CASE STUDY
Case study: The learning curve of transitioning to private practice
How are other dentists going about transitioning from NHS to private dentistry? Learn from Rachele from Delicate Dental, who talked to us about her experience switching adult patients to private treatment.
