The British Dental Trade Association (BDTA) has recently announced the inauguration of its new President, Edward Attenborough. Edward was welcomed by the membership at the Association's Midwinter Meeting in London in December, with his Presidency officially commencing on 1 January 2010. He takes over from Simon Gambold, Managing Director of Henry Schein Dental, who has served as President since 2007.

Commenting on the handover, Edward Attenborough said, 'Simon has strengthened our links with the professional associations and worked hard to improve our lobbying capabilities and self regulation within the membership. I aim to continue with the focus on quality standards in both the surgery and laboratory sides of the industry as well as meeting the needs of the membership.'

Edward, Managing Director of Attenborough Dental, will be supported in his role by Vice-President Karen Turner, Managing Director of Dentafix.