CSIDI

Counterfeit and Substandard Instruments and Devices Initiative

The BDIA Counterfeit and Substandard Instruments and Devices Initiative (CSIDI) Campaign was launched to address the growing problem of counterfeit and substandard devices within the dental sector.

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Tackling Counterfeit Dental Equipment

The campaign, which has been partnered with by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency, is an industry-wide activity that:

Promotes awareness of the dangers of poor quality, counterfeit and illegal dental instruments and devices
Provides a quick and simple method of reporting these to the relevant bodies
Promotes purchasing only from reputable manufacturers and suppliers such as our BDIA member companies

“Working closely with the BDIA to raise awareness of counterfeit and substandard devices and to report incidents is a major step in addressing this growing problem across the dental sector.”

MHRA

Purchase from reliable sources

Internet sales channels and the globalisation of dental manufacturing has provided an opportunity for unscrupulous operators to sell poor quality, substandard or even counterfeit and illegal products. It is vitally important that dental professionals make the decision to purchase from reliable sources to ensure expert quality and efficacy of their products.

By purchasing only from reputable suppliers, the end user can be assured of a high quality product that meets all the necessary requirements and that will not endanger the user or the patient, nor risk punitive actions from the courts or regulatory bodies.

“Working closely with the BDIA to raise awareness of counterfeit and substandard devices and to report incidents is a major step in addressing this growing problem across the dental sector.”

MHRA

Working together to promote responsible purchasing

We work closely with the BDA, the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), the Oral Health Foundation (OHF) and the Tooth Whitening Information Group (TWIG), and across the dental profession, to encourage the reporting of those selling substandard and illegal products and promote responsible purchasing throughout the dental supply chain.

Our Guide to Spotting a Fake

Take a look at our free guide to spotting a fake – make sure you are not being caught out by counterfeit and substandard equipment, fakes are growing in sophistication – extra vigilance is advised.

Find Trusted BDIA Members

Our member companies adhere to a comprehensive Code of practice, have world-class training and a common vision to provide the profession with the best possible service.

Device Reporting

Be vigilant and report anything you suspect.

Recent incidents with counterfeit curing lights and handpieces, coupled with the sale of illegal tooth whitening products, highlight the need for vigilance in the market place. Members of the public, profession and industry are encouraged to report anything suspect via the links below.

Press Campaigns

Our CSIDI press campaign, since its launch in 2014, has won 8 awards.

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2020

2017

What Else Do We Do?

Advocacy & Lobbying

Education

Tackling Counterfeit Goods

Research & Statistics

Events

BDIA Awards

Dental Showcase

Think! Member Campaign

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