BADT marks Diamond Anniversary at glittering conference
At a Glance
Section titled âAt a Glanceâ| Metadata | Details |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | 2023-07-21 |
| Journal | BDJ Team |
| Authors | Georgina Vero |
| Institutions | British Association of Dermatologists |
| Analysis | Full AI Review Included |
Executive Summary
Section titled âExecutive SummaryâThis document reports on the 58th Annual Scientific Meeting of the British Association of Dental Therapists (BADT), marking the Diamond Anniversary (60 years) of the profession in the UK. The focus was on professional reflection, educational development, and workforce planning, rather than material science or engineering research.
- Core Focus: Reflection on the 60-year history of dental therapy and strategic planning for future workforce development.
- Theme: âReflections on the past to build a future workforce.â
- Key Educational Topics: Development of educational opportunities, postgraduate training pathways, and the changing face of dental hygiene/therapy education (Prof Chris Louca).
- Professional Development: Discussions covered clinical practice, aesthetic dentistry (Kamran Rasul), oncology patient care (Joss Harding), and corporate roles (Jess Hulme).
- Historical Context: Insights provided by Polly Munday on the early days of training at the famous New Cross School for Dental Therapists in the 1960s.
- Social/Charity Achievement: A charity raffle held during the presidential dinner successfully raised ÂŁ1,367 for the Presidentâs chosen charity, Confidential (a support helpline for dental professionals).
- Event Structure: Included a diamond-studded black-tie celebration featuring a menu of signature dishes representing six decades of dental therapy.
Technical Specifications
Section titled âTechnical Specificationsâ| Parameter | Value | Unit | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Event Type | Annual Scientific Meeting | N/A | 58th occurrence |
| Association Anniversary | Diamond (60 years) | N/A | History of dental therapy in the UK |
| Event Date | 17 June 2023 | N/A | Conference date |
| Venue | Leonardo Royal London City Hotel | N/A | Conference location |
| Charity Funds Raised | 1,367 | ÂŁ | Amount raised via raffle |
| Decades Represented | 6 | N/A | Signature dishes at presidential dinner |
| Author Affiliation | University of Liverpool | N/A | Clinical Tutor (BDS/BSc program) |
| Author Education Status | Undertaking MSc | N/A | Dental Education (UCLan) |
Key Methodologies
Section titled âKey MethodologiesâThe event methodology focused on professional development and historical reflection, structured across a full-day conference and evening dinner.
- Historical Reflection Session: Delegates engaged in an educational reflection guided by Polly Munday, focusing on the origins of dental therapy training (New Cross School, 1960s).
- Educational Pathway Review: Speakers (including Prof Chris Louca) detailed the development and wealth of current educational opportunities, postgraduate training, and professional development courses available to dental therapists.
- Clinical and Corporate Case Studies: Inspirational dental therapists presented their career journeys, covering transitions from clinical practice to corporate roles (Colgate-Palmolive), specialized care (oncology patients), and establishing prestigious private aesthetic practices.
- Workforce Strategy Discussion: Sessions explored factors shaping the profession and future opportunities, aiming to build a robust future workforce.
- Evening Gala and Fundraising: A diamond-studded black-tie presidential dinner was held, incorporating music and a menu reflecting the six decades of the profession, culminating in a charity raffle.
Commercial Applications
Section titled âCommercial ApplicationsâThe technology discussed relates primarily to professional education, clinical practice management, and specialized dental care delivery within the UK healthcare sector.
| Industry/Sector | Application Area | Relevant Speakers/Context |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Education | Curriculum Development & Teaching | Georgina Vero (Clinical Tutor, UoL), Prof Chris Louca (Director, UoP Dental Academy) |
| Specialized Clinical Care | Oncology Patient Management | Joss Harding (Author, Clinical Ambassador for Mouth Cancer Foundation) |
| Aesthetic Dentistry | Private Practice Development | Kamran Rasul (Opening prestigious practice in Liverpool) |
| Corporate Dental Products | Brand Management & Industry Roles | Jess Hulme (Group Brand Manager, Colgate-Palmolive) |
| Professional Support | Mental Health & Welfare | Confidential (Charity supported by raffle) |
| Publishing/Resources | Textbooks and Professional Guides | Joss Hardingâs seminal textbook: Care of the head and neck cancer patient |
| Training Academies | Continuing Professional Development (CPD) | Tipton Training, Smile Academy Training Academy |