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Membership that supports you – and the future of dentistry

Our campaigns to protect the profession, improve working conditions and raise standards in dentistry are only possible because of our members.

By joining, you’re not just gaining access to expert advice, high-quality professional development opportunities and wellbeing support – you’re helping drive meaningful change across the profession.

Wherever you are in your dental career, whether you're just starting out as a dental student, registering with the GDC, practising overseas or already working in the UK, we offer membership packages tailored to your needs.

Join today and help shape the future of dentistry.

Your voice, our mission

How we represent you

As your professional body and trusted trade union, we represent every field of dentistry, fighting for better pay, conditions, and policies that protect your interests. From shaping legislation to advancing oral health, we place members at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you’re not just a member- you’re part of a community shaping the future of dentistry.
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Our impact in 2024

Over the past year, we’ve been expanding our membership offering, championing political change, and shaping the future of dentistry across the UK. From key victories in NHS reform to supporting our members, discover how we’ve been making an impact – for dentistry and for you.
View the BDA Impact report 2024

Why choose BDA membership?

Becoming a member of our dental community is about more than just practical support - it’s about joining a network dedicated to championing your success and advancing your career.

Together, we tackle the challenges of a changing profession, ensuring you stay connected and informed at every stage of your journey.

From access to advice from industry experts, the world-renowned BDJ Portfolio, cutting-edge CPD resources and regular updates, we provide everything you need to stay ahead in dentistry.

 

You do dentistry, we do advice
Each membership gives you access to advice from industry experts so you can do what you do best.

 

Stay up to date
A ‘must do’ for anyone in dentistry, BDA membership makes keeping on top of clinical innovation and changes in law, regulations and standards straightforward.

 

Continuing professional development
Access 270 hours of CPD to show your commitment to professionalism. Earn, track and manage your learning in our CPD Hub, where you’ll find ‘core’ or GDC-recommended CPD topics are available on-demand. You can also watch a webinar each week live or on-demand.

 

Access to mental health and wellbeing support
All our members have access to Health Assured, a confidential service designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems that are affecting your wellbeing. Members can access the Health Assured helpline 24/7, 365 days a year.