British Society of Dental Hygiene & Therapy

British Society of Dental Hygiene & Therapy The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy STRATEGIC PLAN

BSDHT's strategic plan is the basis upon which the Society operates.

The British Society of Dental Hygiene & Therapy, BSDHT (formerly British Dental Hygienists' Association, BDHA) was set up in 1949 by a group of 12 dental hygienists who felt the time was right to organise a professional association to represent the interests of their profession. Over 60 years later, the BSDHT is a nationally recognised body that represents over 3,000 members across the UK and beyo

nd. OUR MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of BSDHT is to represent the interests of members and to provide a consultative body for public and private organisations on all matters relating to dental hygiene and therapy. We aim to work with other professional and regulatory groups to provide the highest level of information to our members as well as to the general public. The Society seeks to increase the range of benefits offered to members and to support this with a clear business and financial strategy. The Society will continue to work to increase membership for the benefit of the profession

OUR SOCIETY AIMS TO:

* Represent members at national level, particularly in the political arena
* Provide services to members
* Support members on issues which affect their working lives
* Produce a publication that educates, updates and inspires
* Provide CPD opportunities, both locally and nationally
* Help members to find employment and provide guidance on contractual matters
* Listen to members and respond accordingly. It directs the decision making processes within the Society and provides mechanisms to monitor progress and success. The plan is all embracing and affects all aspects of the Society's business.

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Congratulations to all those in dentistry who have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List. 👏The BSDHT is de...
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Congratulations to all those in dentistry who have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List. 👏

The BSDHT is delighted to see so many colleagues honoured for their outstanding dedication and service to oral health and dentistry.

It is through this commitment, perseverance, and passion that we continue to advance our shared goal of delivering prevention-focused, personalised care for patients. We are grateful to everyone whose hard work and support helps drive our profession forward.

Thank you for making a difference, and congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. 🎉

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Join us in Wales in November - book your place at bsdht.org.uk/ohc-2026

🧠💙 A big thank you to our North East Regional Team for raising £140 at their recent study day in York in support of the ...
16/06/2026

🧠💙 A big thank you to our North East Regional Team for raising £140 at their recent study day in York in support of the National Brain Appeal.

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Well done to everyone involved for making such a positive impact! 👏

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📢 Calling All Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists! 📢

We invite you to take part in an important survey exploring professional development and education within the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT).

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting both members and non-members, we are reviewing the educational resources and professional development opportunities currently available within our profession.

This survey has been designed to gather your views, experiences, and suggestions, helping us better understand the educational needs of dental hygienists and dental therapists. Your feedback will play a vital role in shaping the future direction of BSDHT education and professional development initiatives.

By sharing your thoughts, you can help ensure that the resources, training opportunities, and support we provide remain relevant, accessible, and beneficial throughout your career.

We would be grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete the survey using the link below:

🔗 https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ProfDevSurvey2026

Thank you for contributing to the future of our profession.

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