BACD relaunches Accreditation programme!
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The BACD is delighted to have relaunched its Accreditation programme, making it easier than ever before for members to develop their skills, confidence and potential in cosmetic dentistry.
Why is BACD Accreditation so important?
The BACD Accreditation process requires professionals to demonstrate their ability to diagnose, plan and execute a range of high-quality cosmetic dental treatments, safely, ethically and competently. It covers a broad spectrum of topics to ensure that individuals develop their knowledge and skills in all areas related to modern cosmetic dentistry and become well-rounded clinicians and dental technicians.
What’s changed?
The BACD Accreditation programme has undergone various changes to make the application process simpler and more accessible to more professionals. Significantly fewer before and after photographs must now be submitted for short case types, saving time and streamlining the experience for candidates. The new points system offers a total of 100, which can be earned through a combination of case presentations (minimum 80 points) and other activities such as postgraduate education, lecturing and published articles (maximum 20 points).
The five original case types required for submission have been expanded with three new categories for dentists, now including: smile makeover, indirect shade matching, tooth replacement with natural gingival architecture, posterior aesthetics, complex direct composite bonding, periodontal plastic surgery, minimally invasive techniques and complex whitening. The categories for dental technicians focus on indirect shade matching, tooth replacement with natural gingival architecture and posterior aesthetics.
Is BACD Accreditation for me?
BACD Accreditation is an accolade to share with colleagues and patients alike. It recognises your dedication to self-improvement, shows the high standards that you are able to achieve and offers another reason for others to trust in your skills for their care or their patient’s care.
Dr Arun Darbar – the Chair of Credentialling, a BACD board member and an Accredited member himself – commented:
“BACD Accredited status sets members apart and rewards them with a marketable achievement that can be demonstrated to their own patients, and used in practice promotions across various media.
“For me, Accreditation has been a journey that has set me up with a systematic approach, for example using a photographic set that allows me to constantly review, critique, plan and improve on my clinical outcomes. It allows me to engage fully with my patients. This patient participation is really the best clinical management tool for constant improvement and avoiding medicolegal issues.
“The big question has always been: ‘why should I do BACD Accreditation?’, but it is now a question of ‘why not?’ It is now possible for any BACD full member to showcase their skills and get the recognition they deserve from their peers.”
Find out more and consider starting your own journey to BACD Accreditation today!
