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
Survey of MPs
A recent survey by the LDC Confederation has highlighted just how concerned MPs are about access to NHS dental care. Carried out in early summer
Message from Paul Kohler MP
MP for Wimbledon, Paul Kohler, shares his thoughts on NHS dentistry in the area.
Webinar: Understanding and implementing the NHS contract changes
The LDC Confederation hosted a webinar with Len D’Cruz to explore how recent changes to the NHS contract work.
WNL Members’ Open Meeting: Commissioning Update and Dental Pilots
Members from North West London and Camden and Islington joined an online open meeting on 2 September. Kelly Nizzer, Jeremy Wallman, and Andrew Biggadike from
Call for Volunteers: Driving for Change and Smile for Change
An exciting opportunity to volunteer for Driving for Change and Smile for Change in SWL.
Join Camden and Islington LDC
Watch Camden and Islington LDC’s short introductory video to find out why you should sign up to membership.