Dental Professionals Association

FREE Verifiable CPD
The DPA provides CPD for members which meets the educational criteria required for verifiable Continuing Professional Development under the GDC Lifelong Learning scheme.
FREE Clinical Governance
Clinical governance documentation and assistance (including implementation of HTM01-05 and registration with the Care Quality Commission) is FREE to DPA members.
Employment Advice
The DPA provides a FREE advice service on employment issues including staff and performer contracts approved by HMRC.
Clinical Negligence Cover
Dental Shield insurance provides medical indemnity cover for DPA members at very competitive prices.
Private Fees & Wages Guide
Carried out annually and sent FREE to members, the DPA Private Fees & Wages Guide is the only one based on an actual survey of dental expenses.
Commissioning and Contract Support
The DPA can assist you in negotiating with your Primary Care Trust or Health Board on terms and conditions - or even negotiate on your behalf.
Supporting Students
The DPA aims to provide for your specialised needs by organising and supporting academic dental-related events and trips, social networking, career-related and transferable skills development opportunities.
DPA Community Web site
A resource to obtain and exchange information, open to all dental care professionals.
Discounts
A wide range of discounts negotiated on our members' behalf.
DPA Credit Card
Designed to promote the DPA and provide attractive rates and benefits.
Representation
Working hard to keep oral health and dentistry on the Agenda nationally.
GDP Magazine
Published bi-monthly, the GDP reflects the views of the Association and contains articles of interest to dental professionals, in addition to competitions and humour.
Exhibition Guides
A guide to the industry-leading dental exhibitions optimised for the iPhone and other Web-enabled mobile 'phones.