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5th August 2026

BOS raises concerns with Secretary of State re: VAT

A spokesperson for the British Orthodontic Society explains why thy are raising concerns about VAT on orthodontic dental appliances.

4th August 2026

Updated Publication: Clinical standard – Oral health and dental care for children and young people

Following our recent bulletin on children's oral health, we have published the updated Clinical Standard: Oral health and dental care for children and young people . This reflects the latest evidence and best practice, supporting oral healthcare teams to deliver consistent, high-quality, preventative care for children and young people across healthcare settings.

3rd August 2026

Congratulations to Joanne on Being Named in Dentistry’s Top 50 2026

We are delighted to share some wonderful news — our Director, Joanne, has been recognised in Dentistry's Top 50 2026, proudly supported by Denplan.

28th July 2026

MSc research survey

Postgraduate student Miss Serena Patel at the UCL Eastman Dental Institute, Is conducting a MSc research survey to gather the critical data needed to complete her master's study, while simultaneously driving forward the visibility of dental technicians.

23rd July 2026

GDC will not remove DCPs from register over MyGDC renewal issues

We can today confirm that any dental care professional (DCP) who is struggling to renew their registration through MyGDC will not be removed from the register, provided they get in touch with us before the deadline.

DCPs must tell us by 11.59pm on Friday 31 July that they have tried to renew but are experiencing difficulties.

15th July 2026

Annual renewal on MyGDC

We know that some dental care professionals (DCPs) have experienced difficulties using MyGDC during this year's annual renewal process, including issues resetting passwords and duplicate contact records affecting a small number of accounts. We are sorry for the frustration and inconvenience this has caused.

6th July 2026

MHRA Annual Registration Fees: Important Update for Custom-Made Dental Device Manufacturers

Following queries from a number of our members, the DTA has contacted the MHRA to clarify the new annual registration fee arrangements that came into effect on 1 April 2026.

3rd July 2026

Have your say on the GDC's proposed Framework for Professionalism

The General Dental Council (GDC) is inviting dental professionals to learn more about its proposed Framework for Professionalism, which is intended to replace the current Standards for the Dental Team ("the silver book").

29th June 2026

Publication of Framework: Maintaining the Oral Health of our Ageing Population

We are pleased to announce the publication of the Office of the Chief Dental Officer’s Framework for maintaining the oral health of our ageing population.

23rd June 2026

New National Clinical Standard Setting Highest‑Ever Expectations for Children’s Dental Care

The British Society of Paediatric Dentistry (BSPD), the UK’s leading organisation advocating for good oral health for children and young people, welcomes the publication of NHS England’s landmark updated Clinical Standard for Oral Health and Dental Care for Children and Young People.

23rd June 2026

Junior dental technician - Angela Almeida

Angela loves everything about dental technology, especially how she's able to use her technical and artistic skills to create appliances that can restore functionality, comfort, aesthetics and patient confidence.

22nd June 2026

Annual Renewal Period Opens For Dental Care Professionals

We have opened our annual renewal period for dental care professionals (DCPs), reminding registrants to complete the process on time to maintain their registration and continue practising in the UK.

22nd June 2026

What Britain Really Thinks About Oral Health

As part of Smile Month, the Oral Health Foundation and mydentist commissioned new research to better understand the nation's attitudes, habits and knowledge around oral health.

10th June 2026

Brits are putting oral health at risk - Bupa research supports, tips and Dentist comment

The Oral Health Foundation has released a new study today which found Brits are putting their oral health at risk by skipping basic routines and ignoring dental pain. Bupa Dental Care also has new research to support this study focused on British children.

5th June 2026

Today is European Dental Technicians Day

Today, 5 June, we join colleagues across Europe in celebrating European Dental Technicians Day and recognising the skill, expertise and dedication of dental technologists.

4th June 2026

GDC to relocate London office and save £3.2 million

The General Dental Council (GDC) will relocate its London headquarters from Wimpole Street to Eastbourne Terrace in Paddington, with completion expected by September 2026, and projects £3.2m in savings over five years.

3rd June 2026

Your Annual Renewal Period 2026

Dental technologists, it's time to start thinking about your annual renewal for 2026. This year, your renewal period opens on 8 June and closes on 31 July.

2nd June 2026

GDC Launches Consultation on New Framework for Professionalism

The General Dental Council (GDC) has launched a consultation on proposals to replace the Standards for the Dental Team with a new Framework for Professionalism, marking a significant step in modernising professional guidance for the dental sector.

27th May 2026

DTA Represents Dental Technologists at Successful DTS 2026

Throughout the two-day event, the DTA welcomed members, prospective members, students, educators and industry stakeholders to the Association's stand.

21st May 2026

CDT Course Development Feedback Survey

Here at Health Sciences University, we have been working, with the ICB, to develop pre-registration programmes for the oral health workforce. To help ensure these courses meet workforce and learner needs, we would appreciate you completing this short survey.