Morgannwg LDC Study Day and BGM 2026

The Morgannwg Local Dental Committee Study Day will take place on Friday, 9 October 2026 at:

Village Hotel Swansea
Langdon Road
SA1 Waterfront
Swansea
SA1 8QY

The day will include the Biennial General Meeting of GDP Providers and Performers included on the Swansea Bay University Health Board Dental Lists.

The BGM agenda and supporting papers will be circulated by email approximately seven days before the meeting. They will also be available on the Morgannwg LDC website from the date of circulation.

Attendance at the Study Day will provide 5 CPD hours.

What to Expect from the Study Day

The Study Day will offer a full day of verifiable CPD through a varied programme designed to be practical, informative and relevant to GDPs at all stages of their careers. The programme will include presentations from experienced speakers, practical updates and opportunities to reflect on current approaches to patient care.

Alongside the presentations, there will be opportunities to meet colleagues, exchange views and speak with supporting dental suppliers during registration and the refreshment and lunch breaks.

Topics Covered

  • Oral Medicine, with particular emphasis on cancer recognition and referral;
  • Oral Surgery and the identification and management of potential complications;
  • Update on current developments in Periodontology;
  • Remineralisation of early caries lesions;
  • The use of Digital Technology in Clinical Practice; and
  • Becoming a Foundation Dentist Educational Supervisor.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the Study Day, participants should be able to:

  • recognise clinical features that may indicate oral cancer or other significant oral disease and understand the appropriate referral pathway;
  • identify common oral surgery problems and consider appropriate initial management, referral and risk reduction;
  • review current principles in periodontal assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and ongoing care;
  • consider how digital technology and other developments can be used safely and effectively in clinical practice;
  • describe the latest developments in Dental Foundation Training (DFT) in Wales.
  • recognise key changes affecting Dental Foundation Dentists, Educational Supervisors, and training practices.
  • identify opportunities to support and or become involved in Dental Foundation Training within their own practice or organisation.
  • reflect on how the day’s learning may be applied within their own practice; and
  • share experience and discuss clinical and professional issues with colleagues and speakers.

Development Outcomes

The programme is expected to contribute to GDC Development Outcomes A, B, C and D.

Meet the Speakers

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Madhav Kittur Rhian Jones Ed Williams Richard Jones

 

The full programme for the Study Day, including lecture titles, speakers and timings, will be published nearer the date. The online booking form can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

This invitation is limited to Dentists on the SBUHB General Dental Practitioner list.

The Study Day is fully funded by Morgannwg LDC and selected sponsors. This will include lunch and all refreshments.

Please note:

Attendance is free, but advance booking is essential. Places are limited to 50 participants.

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Sponsors

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