4 February 2012
The Shaw Theatre, Novotel St Pancras, London
Specifically directed to the needs of dentists in the early years of their career, the seventh annual conference is a must for all young dentists, offering and innovative and enthralling programme that is unlike any other. Organised by Dental Protection, the BDA and BDJ, this conference is a must for all young dentists.
Feedback from 2011
- 'Tim Newton and Clare Storey both excellent.'
- 'Venue and food were excellent.'
- 'I really enjoyed the last session, drawing on real cases as examples was useful.'
- 'Tim Newton talk was excellent and very enjoyable, it was like being at a dentistry stand up comedy show!'
How to book
Tickets cost £120 for members of Dental Protection and/ or the BDA. Tickets for non-members cost £180 (both prices include VAT).
For more information or to book your tickets, contact us or click here to download the flyer.
Programme
- Your generation looking after the older generation
As the populous of dentate elderly patients increases, we are facing huge challenges in providing their dental care. We all see heavily restored mouths, and whilst the dentistry may fail, the patients’ expectations keep rising. Do we repair, renew or remove? Whose decision is it and what are the influences and factors to take into account? With Richard Porter, Consultant in Restorative and Implant Dentistry, St George's Hospital, London and James Foster, Dento-Legal Adviser, Dental Protection.
- Talking ‘bout my generation
There has always been a ‘generation gap’ and problems relating to communication and understanding can often result leading to conflict which could otherwise be avoided. As technology has accelerated the pace of change within the current environment, the gulf in understanding is widening. This has huge significance in terms of our interactions with patients, colleagues and team members of all ages, and not least in our family and personal lives. This presentation will inform, challenge, captivate and entertain you – whatever your age. With Dr Paul Redmond, Expert in Generational Theory from Liverpool University and James Foster, Dento-legal Adviser, Dental Protection.
- The associate within the NHS – current and proposed
Young dentists are often faced with associate contracts which may be complex and the implications may be difficult to determine. The speaker will suggest some common pitfalls which befall young dentists and provide some tips on what to look out for when signing an associate/ performers contract. 62 practices have been involved in pilot schemes for the new NHS contract due in 2014. A young associate from one of these practices discusses the scheme as they have experienced it, and suggests future pro’s and con’s of the new scheme, along with issues which may affect young dentists in the coming years. With Dr James Goldman, British Dental Association; Grace Chia and Nick Cooper, Foundation Dentists and Dick Birkin, Head of Regional Services at the BDA.
- Leadership
As a recently qualified dentist, you are likely to be one of the youngest members of the practice; however your qualifications and knowledge will exceed those of some other members of the team. There are likely to be team members who have been working within the dental profession for longer than you have been alive! How can a young professional contribute and assert their knowledge and authority within the team without stepping on any toes? How can a young dentist respond to the needs of the rest of the team whilst developing their own career? A young practice owner, discuss their experience of teamworking and the methods employed to get the best from their team members and themselves. With Dr Alpesh Khetia and Dick Birkin, Head of Regional Services at the BDA.
