British Orthodontic Society (BOS)

Description

UK Professional Society for specialist orthodontists and for dentists with a special interest in orthodontics. Orthodontic laboratories and traders are also members.

Member benefits

Continuing education through:
Journal of Orthodontics
BOSNews
Clinical Effectiveness Bulletin
Advice Sheets to orthodontists
Patient Information leaflets
Patient Newsletter: "Wired"
Website
British Orthodontic Conference and other meetings
Personal advice to members and to the public from officers of the Society
Representation with public
Governmental and non-governmental bodies

Mission / Aims

The Society is established to promote the study and practice of orthodontics, to maintain and improve professional standards in orthodontics and to encourage research and education in orthodontics. The Society is dedicated to enhancing the health of the public by working towards the highest clinical and ethical standards.

Training / Licensing / Certification

Continuing education in orthodontics for all healthcare professionals

Certificates of Continuing Professional Development

Additional information

Membership is open to all dentists registered with the General Dental Council of the UK and to all orthodontists practicing overseas. Membership is also open to orthodontic trading companies and orthodontic laboratories.

Affiliations

We are member of:

European Federation of Orthodontics (FEO)

European Federation of Specialist Orthodontic Associations (EFOSA)

World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO)

They are our members:

British Lingual Orthodontic Society (BLOS)

National Orthodontic Group for Orthodontic Nurses

Orthodontic Technicians Association (OTA)