News and announcements

Coming soon: New Professional Standards for the Oral Health Team

We’re pleased to announce the publication and upcoming in force date of BCCOHP’s Professional Standards for the Oral Health Team (Professional Standards). These unified standards take effect for all oral health professionals regulated by BCCOHP on June 30, 2025.  We are publishing and sharing the

Consultation on proposed Quality Assurance Program Framework 

Open from June 12, 2025 – August 5, 2025 The BC College of Oral Health Professionals (BCCOHP) is seeking feedback on a proposed Quality Assurance (QA) Program Framework.  Ensuring that oral health professionals are able to practise competently throughout their careers is one of the

Notice: Discontinuation of BCDA X-Ray Inspection Program

The BC Dental Association (BCDA) has informed BCCOHP that its X-Ray Inspection Program is discontinued as a member service as of May 31. This update is being shared for information. The end of this program does not affect any BCCOHP requirements for oral health professionals.

Sedation & General Anesthesia Updates

This information includes timely sedation and general anesthesia updates and reminders to help oral health professionals stay informed and aligned with BCCOHP standards for sedation and general anesthesia. Sedation and General Anesthesia Standards  Sedation and general anesthesia (GA) are high-risk aspects of oral health care.

Discipline hearing: Dr. Kyle Nawrot 

Vancouver, BC     Dr. Kyle Nawrot is a full dentist registered with the BC College of Oral Health Professionals.  The Inquiry Committee has directed a citation for a disciplinary hearing to inquire into Dr. Nawrot’s conduct as a dentist.  The hearing concerns investigations into six complaints received

BCCOHP Board meeting notice – Thursday, June 19, 2025

The Board of the BC College of Oral Health Professionals typically meets four times per year. To learn more about BCCOHP’s Board, view our Board page. Meeting details are as follows:  Date  Thursday, June 19, 2025 Time  9 am – 12 pmNote: timing listed above