We represent member
Local Dental Committees
The voice of dentists in NHS primary care
What is an LDC?
A Local Dental Committee (LDC) is a locally constituted and NHS recognised group of NHS dentists and dentist NHS providers, tasked with the representation of their peers in the negotiation and planning of locally commissioned NHS primary care dental services. Regulations may require the NHS to undertake formal consultation with its respective LDC or LDCs, or to include LDC representatives on relevant NHS boards and panels.
Policy Committee
Explore Our Policy Positions
Our Policy Committee represents our members’ views across all local areas, working with national and local government, the NHS and other stakeholders.
Environmental Sustainability
Practices want to run as efficiently as possible but this is often frustrated by contrary national guidance.
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders can have a severe impact on oral health in a variety of ways.
DCP access to NHS benefits
All members of the dental team must have access to NHS benefits.
NHS dental charges
The possibility of having to pay for dental care can be off putting, with patients sometimes unclear why, if the treatment is provided by the
LDC work
Harrow Infographic
An infographic showing key information about NHS dentistry in Harrow.
Freedom to Speak Up North West London
The NWL Training Hub is now providing Freedom to Speak Up for all members of the dental team in North West London.
NCL Health &Careers Hub – helping you recruit
The NCL Health and Care Careers Hub is looking to work with dental practices who are looking to recruit. They have a talent pool of work ready individuals from local communities whether for apprenticeships, entry level roles or wider support roles.
Hammersmith and Fulham Infographic
An infographic showing information about NHS dentistry in Hammersmith and Fulham.
