Latest Blog Posts

• Looking back at 2021

  With the end of the year approaching, it's a good time to look back at what we’ve achieved across the last year.

  Blog Date 21 December, 2021

• Wales: The year in review

  During the pandemic, BDA Wales has helped to keep dentistry front of mind during decision making, leading to greater investment and changes to working practices. With the end of the year approaching, it’s now a good time to look back at some of our successes and achievements.

  Blog Date 15 December, 2021

• England: Unanswered questions on back of new SOP and Omicron

  As a new Standard Operating Procedure lands, Omicron and NHS targets remain the elephants in the room.

  Blog Date 2 December, 2021

• Northern Ireland: Dental reform firmly on the political agenda

  Following years of lobbying to secure commitment and action from Government, dental reform has finally landed firmly on the political agenda.

  Blog Date 30 November, 2021

• Scotland: Is this the end of NHS dentistry in Scotland?

  Evidence from members shows the Scottish Government have blindly headed down a path that could destroy this service.

  Blog Date 4 November, 2021

• Northern Ireland: Embedding oral health within the cancer strategy

  Influencing policy to make oral health a vital element of the cancer strategy for Northern Ireland.

  Blog Date 3 November, 2021

• England: Standing together for change

  On dentists protesting shoulder to shoulder with patients to secure a dental service that works for all.

  Blog Date 20 October, 2021

• Update on IPC guidance

  An overview of the recent Infection Prevention and Control consultation and likely next steps.

  Blog Date 8 October, 2021

• Dental politics: Diverse representation matters

  Why diversity is fundamental to the success of our committees – and how you can nominate yourself for election.

  Blog Date 7 October, 2021

• Dental politics: What starting from nothing shows us

  Representation at a local level can have a huge impact on you and your profession.

  Blog Date 8 September, 2021

• Dental politics: Why get involved?

  A young dentist’s story of involvement in BDA committees and dental politics.

  Blog Date 19 August, 2021

• Associates: What you need to know about vicarious liability

  A recent High Court case on vicarious liability in dentistry and what impacts it could have on you, particularly if you have an NHS contract in England or Wales.

  Blog Date 16 August, 2021

• Worrying new precedent on vicarious liability

  New ruling sees further legal confirmation that NHS practice owners in England and Wales can be held liable for negligent treatment provided by their associates.

  Blog Date 29 July, 2021

• Lilian Lindsay: A woman who didn't take no for an answer

  Celebrating a pioneering woman’s 150th birthday and the important role women have played in dentistry.

  Blog Date 21 July, 2021

• Scotland: Opening doors for students

  How is the new bursary scheme in Scotland benefitting dental students and what other supports are available to them?

  Blog Date 20 July, 2021

• Fair COVID payments for maternity leave dentists

  Success in Northern Ireland and renewed pressure in Scotland in fight for fair COVID-19 payments for maternity leave dentists

  Blog Date 8 July, 2021

• Can dentistry learn to live with COVID?

  The new Health Secretary is urging a rapid return to normality, how will dentistry fit on Sajid Javid’s new agenda?

  Blog Date 8 July, 2021

• Towards a culture of candour and openness, not fear

  ​The Department of Health is consulting on policy proposals to introduce a new Statutory Duty of Candour for both individuals and organisations involved in providing health and social care in Northern Ireland. We're seeking your feedback to help inform our response to these important proposals.

  Blog Date 28 June, 2021

• Racism in dentistry: Denial is not an option

  A first look at the results from our recent racism survey reveals evidence of racism and denial in dentistry.

  Blog Date 23 June, 2021

• Dental regulation – where are we now?

  Major reform is on the cards for dental regulation, here’s what we find promising and concerning about the proposed changes.

  Blog Date 23 June, 2021

• Northern Ireland: Financial support and the road ahead

  Taking a look at financial support measures, future prospects for dentistry in Northern Ireland and how far we’ve come in the last 15 months.

  Blog Date 23 June, 2021

• Breaking down barriers to care: Learning Disability Awareness Week 2021

  This Learning Disability Awareness Week, we outline the steps you can take to provide a positive experience for all dental patients.

  Blog Date 14 June, 2021

• Dentists supporting survivors of domestic abuse

  A new campaign is calling for dentists to provide pro bono treatment to survivors of domestic abuse.

  Blog Date 10 June, 2021

• Wales: Mental health in a time of crisis

  A personal perspective and research insights into the mental health of dentists in Wales during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Blog Date 9 June, 2021

• Where is dentistry's roadmap?

  MPs have joined us in calling for dentistry’s roadmap to recovery. We need a timetable for lifting restrictions and delivering real reform.

  Blog Date 26 May, 2021

• Remote orthodontics: We need regulation not warnings

  Why the new guidelines on remote orthodontics are no substitute for meaningful regulation when it comes to protecting patients.

  Blog Date 20 May, 2021

• Living with the threat of vicarious liability

  Can practice owners ever completely protect themselves from the risk of vicarious liability? We sought legal advice to find out.

  Blog Date 20 May, 2021

• Scotland: Lobbying government to change dentistry

  What are the practicalities of lobbying for change? David McColl and Kenny McDonald discuss what’s next on the agenda for improving dentistry in Scotland.

  Blog Date 6 May, 2021

• The legal case against the practice owner

  A shocking court case highlights why some indemnity policies will not keep you safe from claims and damages.

  Blog Date 6 May, 2021

• Northern Ireland: A new strategy for tackling oral cancer

  The stark reality of oral cancer in Northern Ireland requires immediate action – starting with a joined up cancer and oral health strategy.

  Blog Date 6 May, 2021