The BDA is inviting dentists from England and Wales to get involved and tell the Association what they think about the changes that have occurred to NHS primary dental care services.

It is seeking volunteers for focus groups to be held during January and February 2007 at various locations. All the meetings will be held in the early evening and refreshments and a buffet supper will be provided. Everyone who puts themselves forward will get entered into a draw to win £50 worth of BDA shop products.

According to the Association, the focus groups are a major part of its programme of research which is looking into the impacts of the reform to NHS dentistry.

The purpose of the focus group will be to share experiences with each other with the aim of preparing a detailed S-W-O-T analysis (Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) of the reforms.

The findings will also feed into the BDA's broader policy development work, so will directly affect the policy position being made by the organisation. It is looking for a broad, and representative, range of participants from across England and Wales.

If you are interested in helping, send an email to bdafocusgroup@bda.org by Friday 15 December stating your name, address, contact email or phone number and the focus group meeting location you prefer – London, Cardiff, Leeds, Manchester, or Birmingham. If you have further questions please contact Dan Berry (Acting Head of Secretariat) at d.berry@bda.org.