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British Assn. for the Study of Community Dentistry

@bascd_uk

BASCD is the UK’s professional association for the science, philosophy and practice of promoting the oral health of populations and groups in society.

 United Kingdom
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Joined March 2017
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Moving forward, we are shifting our social media focus. To keep up with our latest news, projects, and announcements, you will find us on Linkedin linkedin.com/company/8716540… Instagram instagram.com/bascd_uk/ facebook.com/bascduk Visit BASCD.org for more.
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Chester here we come! The Future of Oral Health Starts Here. This Thursday and Friday, oral health professionals will gather for the #BASCD26 Summer Scientific Meeting. Tag a colleague you're looking forward to seeing in Chester!
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"Oral Health in a Digital Age" will have delegates explore the opportunities and challenges of digital technologies, AI, data, education and innovation in population oral health. We look forward to two days of learning, discussion, networking and inspiration. Safe travels!
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The count down is on! Exploring the future of #dentalpublichealth, #clinicalcare and #dentaleducation. Oral health in a Digital Age BASCD conference 18 & 19 June Crowne Plaza, Chester More at bascd.org/conference-and-eve… #BASCD2026 #OralHealth #DigitalHealth #DentalLeadership
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How is this digital age shaping the future of oral health? Join us at the BASCD Summer Scientific Meeting 2026 as experts from across dentistry, public health, education and technology explore opportunities, challenges and innovations that could transform oral health outcomes.
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📅 18–19 June 2026 📍 Chester Learn more - bascd-events.co.uk/programme… #BASCD2026 #OralHealth #Digitaldentistry #DentalPublicHealth #BASCDconference #dentalconference2026 #dentalpublichealth26 #2026DentalConf #DPHConf #PublicHealthDentistry #OralHealthPolicy #CommunityOralHealth

Programme - BASCD Events

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Chester here we come! We look forward to welcoming you to Chester for BASCD's conference. Oral health in a digital age. 18 & 19th June 2026 Register at lnkd.in/en9HcEA6 See you there! #bascd2026 #dentalpublichealth #ukdentalpublichealth #populationhealth
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Meet the speakers Oral health in a digital age. 18 & 19th June 2026 Register at bascd-events.co.uk/register/ We look forward to welcoming you to Chester for BASCD's conference. See you there! #bascd2026 #dentalpublichealth #ukdentalpublichealth #bascdconference #PublicHealth
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As The Tobacco and Vapes Act becomes law in the UK, the World Health Organisation warns over rapid global expansion of nicotine pouch products. More - who.int/news/item/15-05-2026… #BASCD #WHO #TobaccoandVapesBill #UKGovt #DeptOfHealth
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Gum Health Day: Empowering Lives 2026 is a global campaign dedicated to placing oral health at the centre of the public health conversation. It encourages everyone to take charge of their wellbeing by recognising the role healthy gums play in overall health. #DPH #GumHealthDay
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Professor Ivor Chestnutt, President of BASCD, reminds us: “Bleeding gums are not healthy. If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth, you should seek advice from your dental team.” Severe gum disease continues to be a major global health issue. #BASCD #DentalPublicHealth
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Northern Ireland's health minister has announced an investment of £8 million in Northern Ireland general dental services. Minister Nesbitt said the funding would help improve access for patients while the planned long-term reform of dental services is underway.
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Learn more - health-ni.gov.uk/news/health… #BASCD #dentistry #NIdentistry @healthdpt #DepartmentOfHealthNI #department_of_health_ni #health-ni #mike.nesbitt3 @mikenesbittni #dentalprofessionals #dentaleducation #dentalaccess #northernirelanddentist

Health Minister announces new clinic and additional new dentists with £8m funding boost for dental...

Minister Nesbitt has today announced an investment of £8 million in general dental services.

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Fuel for learning: A parent‑led guide to healthier, happier school meals. Goes LIVE today - 5th May it is aimed at parents or carers interested in shaping their child’s school meals.
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This toolkit is designed to make things simple, transparent, and accessible, so parents feel informed, confident, and able to get involved. Learn more sustainweb.org/childrens-foo… @childrensfoodcampaign #FuelforLearning #ParentPower #SchoolFood #sustain
Fuel for learning: A parent‑led guide to healthier, happier school meals | Sustain

Fuel for learning: A parent‑led guide to healthier, happier school meals | Sustain

This toolkit has been created by parents, for parents, to help families understand how food works in school and how we can all support healthier, happier meals for our children. 

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BASCD is delighted to see the Tobacco and Vapes Bill granted Royal Assent. By focusing on prevention and protecting future generations from the harms of tobacco, this legislation has the potential to significantly improve oral health and inequalities.
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6 weeks to go until BASCD conference. 2 days 17 speakers 8.5 hours CPD See you there? #BASCD26 #BASCDconference #dentalconference #dentalpublichealth #dph #fph #oralhealth #populationoralhealth #dentalhealth
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We look forward to welcoming you to Chester for BASCD's conference. Oral health in a digital age. 18 & 19th June 2026 Register at bascd-events.co.uk/register/ See you there! #bascd2026 #dentalpublichealth #ukdentalpublichealth #populationhealth #bascdconference
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Programme - BASCD Events

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The Department for Education have launched a consultation on the updated food standards. A link to the consultation can be found here: consult.education.gov.uk/sch… Food standards are an important policy influencing oral health so BASCD will be responding to the consultation.
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