The Association of Dental Groups (ADG), the trade body representing UK dentistry’s ‘mixed economy’ of NHS, Private and Community-based services, recognises that its member groups are in the main located in the heart of the communities they serve. So, for many of the ADG’s Groups, supporting locals means more than just offering dental care and treatment services. There is a significant amount of inspirational work being done by dental practice groups to support their communities and environments – engaging in fundraising initiatives, supporting the armed forces and their families, and even giving opportunities to local artists.
As we approach the end of a busy year that has thrown up challenges and opportunities for many in the business of dentistry, including NHS contract consultations, gaps in the dental workforces and rising costs, it is particularly heartening to see so much energy, spirit and creativity being invested by dental group owners into supporting and celebrating their local communities.
Neil Carmichael, Executive Chair, the Association of Dental Groups said: “There is a great deal of work being done by our members to give back, and now is the right time to celebrate this dedication to the people we serve. All our Groups are supporting their local communities, and here we have put together a showcase of just some of the inspirational work being carried out by ADG’s Dental Groups. Dental practices are a fundamental part of a local community and it is great to see the energy and creativity going in to helping the areas and the people that our member groups serve. It is also important to engender a solid sense of teamwork, since we know how important strengthening the workforce is to delivering patient care.”
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