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BDCDS 2026 Programme

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NHS dentistry 2026: reform and the road ahead

16 May 2026
Dental Business Theatre
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NHS dentistry 2026: reform and the road ahead

Learning Content

Recent reforms to NHS dental contracts in England and Wales are changing how practices operate. Our expert panel explains what’s changed, how it affects teams, workflows and patient access, and the practical steps NHS and mixed practices can take to stay ahead.

Aims

To provide an overview of current and emerging NHS dental contract reform in England and Wales, explore the potential implications for NHS and mixed practices and support informed awareness of how practices may prepare for and respond to ongoing change.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the key elements of recent NHS dental contract reform in England and Wales and the policy context behind them
  • Recognise how these changes may affect workflows, workforce planning and patient access
  • Understand the implications for NHS and mixed practices
  • Identify practical considerations for responding to current and future changes
Chairperson
Nigel Jones, Strategy Director - Practice Plan Group
Speakers
Eddie Crouch, Chair - British Dental Association (BDA) Principal Executive Committee
Lauren Harrhy, Practice Owner - BDA PEC Member, Wales
Shiv Pabary MBE, Chair - BDA General Dental Practice Committee

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