The Summer 2026 edition of our very own British Dental Nurses’ Journal has arrived and is packed with BADN Community news, industry updates, education, events, professional profiles, features, and practical insight for dental nurses.
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Chairman’s Report – Carolyn Roberts
Carolyn welcomes readers to BADN Community and reflects on recent dental shows, National Smile Month, Dentaid, and BADN’s merger with Community.
BADN Community Committee
Meet the BADN Community Committee, chaired by Carolyn Roberts, with Jane Dalgarno as Education Representative and committee members Ruth Garrity and Rebecca Silver.
BADN Community News
BADN Merges with Community
An important update on the merger, the new BADN Community structure, and what the changes mean for members.
Jane Dalgarno Receives Special Recognition Award
Former BADN President, Chairman, and current Education Representative Jane Dalgarno is recognised for her exceptional contribution to dental nurse education and professional development.
BADN Welcomed into Community at the 2026 Biennial Delegate Conference
Updates from Community’s conference, including representation for dental nurses, workplace access, fair pay, and manageable workloads.
We Are Merged!
A closer look at the transition into Community and BADN’s participation in the union’s first conference following the merger.
You Could Be Losing Money from Every Payslip
Find out how BADN members can use a specialist tax review service to check whether they have been paying too much tax.
Industry News
College Opens Fellowships for the Whole Dental Team
The College of General Dentistry launches new fellowships for dental nurses and other members of the wider dental team.
University of Sunderland Confirms New Dental Academy
A new academy will provide dental education and training while supporting workforce recruitment and access to dental care.
GDC Will Not Remove DCPs from the Register over MyGDC Renewal Issues
Important guidance for dental care professionals experiencing difficulties completing their annual renewal through MyGDC.
New Report Explores the Growing Shift Away from NHS Dentistry
The State of NHS Conversion 2026 examines the financial, operational, and workforce factors influencing practices moving towards private models of care.
Smile Month
Dental Leaders Call for Prevention to Move from ‘Afterthought’ to Frontline Care
Key messages from the special panel event marking the 50th anniversary of National Smile Month.
Remembering Dr Nigel Carter OBE
A tribute to the former Chief Executive of the Oral Health Foundation and his extraordinary contribution to oral health, education, and public awareness.
GDC News
GDC Publishes Annual Report and Accounts for 2025
An overview of the regulator’s achievements, performance, education activity, registration figures, and preparations for its new strategy.
Events
Scottish Dental Show
BADN’s visit to the show at Braehead in Glasgow, including workshops on the modern dental nurse and opportunities to meet members.
The Dentistry Show
Highlights from the NEC Birmingham, including the Dental Nurse Forum, industry presentations, exhibitors, and networking.
Education
Be a Part of the Legacy to Eliminate Viral Hepatitis in England
Access free CPD-accredited training and resources designed to improve awareness, reduce stigma, support testing, and help eliminate hepatitis B and C.
The Dental Awards 2026
The Dental Awards Winners’ Presentation
Celebrating the winners of the 2026 Dental Awards, including Dental Nurse of the Year Adrien Chabaud.
Profile
Bring the Sparkle Because We All Need It
Lorraine Dingwall shares her journey into higher education and explores leadership, teamwork, compassion, and challenging the phrase “just a dental nurse”.
Features
UK Dental Nurses Working in Australia: What You Need to Know
An overview of roles, workplace culture, salaries, visas, employment opportunities, and the practical realities of working in Australia.
My SmileStar Trip, Sponsored by Perfection Plus
Georgiana Vlad reflects on a life-changing dental outreach journey to Zimbabwe, where the team provided treatment and oral health support to local communities.
The New Clinical Standard for Children and Young People
What the revised NHS England clinical standard means for dental nurses, including prevention, anxiety management, safeguarding, and integrated care.
Brush Up on CPD
Safe Hands, Smart Tech: Addressing the Training Gaps in Dental Inhalation Sedation
Janet Pickles examines training requirements, sedation equipment, active scavenging systems, cleaning procedures, and the safe handling of medical gas cylinders.
Plus
CPD questions relating to dental inhalation sedation.
The 2026 BADN Community calendar and important professional dates.
Updated contact information for BADN Community.
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