Jason Wong appointed CDO for England

Our President, Delroy Reeves, and the rest of the team at the DTA would like to congratulate Jason Wong for being appointed as the Chief Dental Officer (CDO) for England by NHS England and the department of health and social care.

Having been awarded an MBE for services to dentistry and oral health, Jason has previously chaired local dental networks across parts of the Midlands and the East of England and was also secretary of Lincolnshire Local Dental committee for 16 years. His role as Chief Dental Officer now sees him working in collaboration with local and regional teams to deliver improved outcomes for patients, while also championing the role of dentists and dentistry within the health system.

The Office of the Chief Dental Officer England represents the head of the dental profession in England, providing system wide professional and clinical leadership, by setting the strategic vision for England's oral health.