This event is complimentary for all to attend, but please book in advance.
For non-BDA members we kindly request for you to give a donation to the BDA Benevolent Fund instead of paying a fee (see further details in the 'More information' header).
What to expect
This talk shines a light on neurodiversity in dentistry - unpacking its strengths, challenges, and systemic barriers that can be experienced by colleagues and patients. Explore practical, inclusive strategies to reduce inequalities, support neurodivergent colleagues and improve patient care, thereby reducing the potential for inadvertent discrimination in dentistry.
The lecture will focus on:
- Building an understanding of neurodiversity, including its strengths and challenges
- Highlighting barriers faced by neurodivergent individuals in dentistry
- Introducing practical approaches to fostering neuro-inclusion for colleagues and patients.
Timings
18:30 Registration and refreshments
19:00 Lecture
20:30 Networking
21:00 Ends
Learning objectives
- Appreciate the significance of neurodiversity in dentistry, including the strengths it brings
- Recognise common barriers faced by neurodivergent patients and colleagues
- Consider practical strategies to create a more inclusive and supportive dental environment.
Development outcome
A, B, C, D
