BACD Annual Conference 2024 Programme

It’s Our Birthday And We’ll Smile If We Want To BACD London 07 – 09 November 2024

The following sections will provide you with relevant information to ensure that your participation during the conference is as stress free and enjoyable as we can make it.

Orientation

Entrance to the venue is on the ground level. Please take either the lift or stairs to Level -2, where you will find the Registration Desks in the Ballroom Foyer.

Day 1

Plaza 1-2, Plaza 3-4, Plaza 6-7, and Plaza 8-9 are located on Level -4. City Suite 1 and City Suite 2 are located on the Ground Floor.

Day 2

The Plaza Suite is located on Level -4. The Ballroom (exhibition and lunch area) is located on Level -2.

Day 3

City Suite 1-2 is located on the Ground Floor. The Plaza Suite is located on Level -4. The Ballroom (exhibition and lunch area) is located on Level -2.

Please refer to the venue plan

Registration

The BACD registration desks are situated in the Plaza Suite Pre-Function Area on Level -4.

Please allow adequate time upon arrival in the mornings to collect your badge and conference bag. For those lucky enough to be attending the limited attendance workshops on Thursday 07 November all meals and refreshments will be served in the Plaza Suite Pre-Function Area on Level -4.

At registration you will be given a conference bag. Inside the bag you will find information from our sponsors, a pen, and a notepad.

At registration you will be handed a registration envelope. This will contain your badge, lanyard and ribbons denoting your BACD conference status. It will also contain a list of the hands-on sessions you have registered to attend if you are booked on Thursday 07 November. If you have booked a gala dinner ticket, this will be in your envelope.

Safety and Security

Conference badges MUST be worn at all times. Not only does this help the BACD in administering the conference but it is also a requirement from the venue for Health and Safety reasons.

Cloakroom

Cloakroom facilities are available on Levels -2 and -4. Please do not leave any bags unattended.

Please note the BACD cannot and will not take any responsibility for any items left in the registration area.

Bag Storage

You will be able to store your suitcases in the Cloakroom.

Student Representatives

Once again, we are delighted that dental students from around the UK have volunteered to help us with the conference. Many of our original student reps from past years are now well on their way to becoming successful cosmetic dentists in their own right and are also playing an active role within the Academy.

Food and Refreshments

On Thursday 07 November, all food and refreshments will be served in the Plaza Suite Pre-Function Area on Level -4.

On Friday 08 and Saturday 09 November all food and refreshments will be served in The Ballroom (exhibition hall), on Level -2.

There will be the usual President’s Trade Reception from 16.30 to 17.30 on Friday 08 November in The Ballroom. This will enable delegates and sponsors to network over a drink (or two).

Exhibition

Please take the opportunity to engage with our sponsors. We would not be able to hold this conference without their continuing support. They have been chosen for their relevance to you as BACD attendees and will be showcasing their latest products and services.

Prayer Room

For those who would like to use a Prayer Room, this is situated in the Park Suite 8 on Level -1.

CPD

This event will qualify for 18 hours of CPD over all three days (6 hours per day attended). You will be able to complete your evaluation form and download your CPD via your account dashboard. Please allow up to 10 days after the end of the conference for this to be activated.

The annual conference will have elements of enhanced GDC learning outcomes A, B, C and D

A: Effective communication with patients, the dental team and others across dentistry, including when obtaining consent, dealing with complaints, and raising concerns when patients are at risk

B: Effective management of self and effective management of others or effective work with others in the dental team, in the interests of patients; providing constructive leadership where appropriate

C: Maintenance and development of knowledge and skill within your field of practice

D: Maintenance of skills, behaviours and attitudes which maintain patient confidence in you and the dental profession and put patients’ interests first.

Disclaimer

Attending BACD Meetings does not necessarily qualify you to integrate new techniques into your practice.

The BACD expects delegates to rely on their clinical expertise and judgement before deciding whether they have received adequate training to implement any new technique or procedure in their practices and to seek additional training if necessary.

Please note that this programme may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Finally, we look forward to seeing you at our next conference, which is being held at the Lowry Arts Centre, Manchester, on 06 – 08 November 2025.

FREE Wi-Fi At Conference

Please make use of the FREE Wi-Fi network at BACD 2024
Connect to: Park Plaza Riverbank (no password required)

Don’t forget to tag us in your social media posts
#BACD #ethicalcosmeticdentistry

BACD Conference Competition!

This year we are running two fantastic competition for all our delegates.

Best social media post
You can win a FREE ticket to attend on Friday and Saturday, at next year’s Conference in 2025. All you need to do is post something great about the conference on your social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok) and include the BACD with #BACD2024

Like and share on social media
You can win a FREE gala dinner ticket at next year’s Conference. All you need to do is like and share our posts on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok) and include the BACD with #BACD2024

All postings will be judged following Conference 2024 and the most inventive, stimulating, or funniest posts will be the winners! Winners will be notified by the end of the month.

So what are you waiting for?! #BACD2024 #BACD #ethicalcosmeticdentistry

President’s Message

Welcome to the BACD 20th Annual Conference

As my presidency draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on my journey with this esteemed Academy. It’s hard to believe that is has been over 12 years since I walked into my first BACD conference. Standing before you as President, my passion for upholding the BACD’s ideals and securing a bright future for our community has only grown stronger. It has been one of the greatest honours of my career to steer the ship this year, especially in such a meaningful year of celebration – 20 years of excellence, passion, and friendship.

In an age where social media continues to expand its influence, our responsibility to promote ethical, high-quality cosmetic dentistry has never been more critical. Every day, we encounter a variety of images and definitions of cosmetic dentistry online, some of which raise concerns. As an Academy, it is our mission to provide dentists with access to the most advanced and highest-quality education, empowering them to set the standard for exceptional, ethical cosmetic dentistry in their practices and communities.

While the educational programmes we offer are at the heart of our work, the real strength of the BACD lies in the community we’ve built. At a time when professional isolation and mental health challenges are prevalent, the BACD offers a space where like-minded professionals can connect, share knowledge, and inspire one another.

This sense of community is not only vital for our professional growth – by refining our skills, exposing us to cutting-edge techniques, and broadening our perspectives – but also for our mental well-being. The friendships, support, and shared vision we cultivate here have a profound effect on our resilience. Personally, these connections have played a key role in making my career in dentistry so rewarding.

I want to extend my deepest thanks to all of our board members for their tireless work in delivering the best for our members, with special gratitude to Suzy, who has supported me and every president who has come before, with near endless patience; and remains central to the continued success of our Academy.

As I pass the baton to my successor Sam, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to each and every member of the BACD. Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning 20 years ago or have just started your journey, you are the foundation of this Academy. Looking ahead, let’s continue to foster a culture of learning, camaraderie, and community, ensuring that the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry remains a beacon of outstanding British dentistry.