Our structure

How the BDA works

We are a not-for-profit organisation, owned and run by our members, who are the heart of everything we do. We invite you to get involved.

The board (PEC) and leadership

The board is the decision-making body. The statutory board of directors makes decisions for the purposes of company law, and the Principal Executive Committee (PEC) for the purposes of trade union law.

Representative committees

Elected members represent their colleagues across branches of practice to ensure that your voices shape the decisions about your professional lives.

Country councils

Consisting of representatives elected from local branches and sections, country councils exist for England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Their job is to consider and advise the PEC on all matters relating to dentistry in the country concerned.

Advisory committees

Some committees are appointed directly by the board to deal with particular subject areas, such as health and science. The advisory committees give detailed consideration to policy issues within the remit of their area, but do not have a representative role.

Branches and sections

Our network of 21 branches and sections are the foundation of what we do, offering representation and the ability for members to network at a local level. They offer a varied programme of educational and social events to help raise the profile of the BDA and the profession from a local perspective.

Senior staff

The Chief Executive Officer and Senior Management Team informs, supports, and guides the Principal Executive Committee (PEC).

Your path to leadership

Stand in the 2024 BDA elections

This autumn is your chance to shape the future of the BDA and the profession. Seats on our board, committees and councils across the UK are up for election. Step up now to shape strategy and be a powerful advocate for your colleagues.

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