History and Background - The association began as the Dental Technicians Education and Training Advisory Board (DTETAB) established by the General Dental Council (GDC). - DTETAB reviewed and made recommendations about dental technicians' education and training, as well as the suitability of the training for providing dental services. - DTETAB maintained a Voluntary Register of Dental Technicians, which served as the precursor to the GDC statutory register. - In 1986, the inaugural meeting of the Board took place, chaired by Margaret Seward. - DTETAB became an independent professional body in 1989 with Colin Lee as chairman.

Offices and Contact - The DTA headquarters is located at PO Box 1318, Cheltenham GL50 9EA. - Rebecca Kinahan is the Operations Co-ordinator responsible for managing the Associations office. - Rebecca Kinahan also serves as the first point of contact for members.

Council Members - Delroy Reeves is the president of the DTA council. - Dominika Krowiarz is the deputy president. - Tony Griffin holds the position of treasurer. - Other council members include Robert Leggett, Joanne Stevenson, Irina Greidane, Patricia MacRory, Barry Tivey, David Etchells, and David Caufield.

Vision and Objectives Vision: - Advance standards within dental technology for the benefit of the oral healthcare of the United Kingdom. - Provide advice, guidance, and support to members. - Raise awareness and promote an exchange of views on key issues affecting the dental profession.

Key Objectives: - Develop and support members and the dental technology profession. - Encourage and promote education, including CPD. - Forge links with other organizations. - Promote views to relevant external organizations. - Adopt and share best practice.

Overall Purpose and Role - The Dental Technologists Association (DTA) is an independent professional body that aims to advance standards within dental technology in the UK. - It was established by the General Dental Council and has a history dating back to the Dental Technicians Education and Training Advisory Board. - The DTA provides support, advice, and guidance to its members and promotes education and best practices in the dental technology profession.