Who is eligible to join the British Orthodontic Society

Anyone appropriately qualified dental professional interested in orthodontics may join the BOS. There are membership categories to cater for specialists, non-specialists, trainees and overseas members.

How to apply for membership

Apply to the BOS by downloading and completing the relevant membership application form at the end of this page.

Choose the Group or Groups for which you are eligible from the definitions given below. Applications for membership go before the Board of Trustees. This is normally a formality but there will be some delay after application before being officially accepted as a member.

Society Membership

What are the benefits of membership?

As a BOS member, you have access to a whole range of benefits that are tailored to your specific membership category. BOS membership gives you access to the right support at every stage of your career. More importantly you’ll become part of a wide network of experts in the field of orthodontics. Many of our members have been with us throughout their career.

The BOS is a member of the European Federation of Specialist Orthodontic Associations (EFOSA), of the European Federation of Orthodontists (FEO) and a Founder member of the World Federation of Orthodontists (WFO).

Full membership is available to all who qualify as members of one or more of the following five Groups of the British Orthodontic Society:

Consultant Orthodontist Group (COG)

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Practitioner Group (PG)

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Orthodontic Specialist Group (OSG)

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Training Grades Group (TGG)

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University Teachers Group (UTG)

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Associate Membership is available to non-dentists and dentists not eligible for Group membership.

International Membership is offered for dentists working outside the UK.

Orthodontic Companies and Orthodontic Laboratories are also eligible for membership.

Member benefits include:

Journal of Orthodontics

The BOS publishes the quarterly Journal of Orthodontics. The Journal is internationally respected and carries scientific papers and articles on clinical practice and practice management, and of political interest. The Journal is free to members of the Society.

BOS News

BOS News is published three times a year. It is full of news and information about the Society and its members and contains news and advice on the latest developments affecting the practice of orthodontics.

Other publications

The BOS regularly publishes advice to members on specific topics relating to clinical orthodontics and practice management.

Members section on the BOS website

All members are given a unique user name and password to access this section of the website.

British Orthodontic Conference (BOC)

The British Orthodontic Conference is held annually towards the end of September over three days. It is recognized as one of the best dental conferences in the UK. Over 1,000 orthodontists, orthodontic nurses, technicians and traders regularly attend. The lecture programme has scientific and clinical papers given by eminent international and home speakers. There are also sessions of interest to different areas of practice and separate sessions dedicated to nurses and technicians. There is a large Trade Exhibition, Clinical Demonstrations and numerous social events. BOS members pay reduced registration rates and have the opportunity to make early bookings.

Meetings

The Society and the Groups hold several meetings of scientific, clinical and political interest throughout the year.

BOS Membership List

The BOS Membership List contains the names and addresses of over 1800 members, including international members. This is invaluable for the transfer and receipt of patients and for everyone wishing to contact orthodontists. The Membership List is available on the website.

Awards

The BOS manages several awards and prizes for the promotion and recognition of orthodontic excellence. These awards are sponsored by orthodontic traders and by the Society itself.

Advice

The Society endeavors to help members who seek advice on all matters relating to their practicing life.