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Latest news & blog

Standards in Dentistry, 3rd edition: what’s changed?
Standards in Dentistry, 3rd edition: what’s changed?
26 Aug 2025
Professor Christopher Tredwin FCGDent and Lorna Burns, members of the editorial team which revised Standards in Dentistry , introduce the updated publication.
New opportunity in coaching & mentoring for Dental Care Professionals
New opportunity in coaching & mentoring for Dental Care Professionals
20 Aug 2025
Thanks to sponsorship by Foundation Nakao, we are offering a three day training course in mentoring and coaching to DCP members. Dentist members are asked to promote this to colleagues.
Introduction to Occlusion Symposium travels to Edinburgh
Introduction to Occlusion Symposium travels to Edinburgh
20 Aug 2025
Following the success of the Introduction to Occlusion Symposium on 5 April in London, the symposium is travelling north and will take place on Saturday 1 November in Edinburgh.
Standards in Dentistry: new edition
Standards in Dentistry: new edition
18 Aug 2025
The College has published the third edition of Standards in Dentistry, its comprehensive and free online manual bringing together standards and guidelines for primary care dentistry.
Building the right bite: occlusion and the successful delivery of aligner therapy
Building the right bite: occlusion and the successful delivery of aligner therapy
12 Aug 2025
Dr Andy Toy FCGDent, a general dental practitioner and educator with a special interest in occlusion, highlights the fundamental link between occlusion and the long-term stability of aligner therapy.
In memory of Kevin Lewis, 1949-2025
In memory of Kevin Lewis, 1949-2025
31 Jul 2025
We regret to report the passing of Kevin James Lewis FCGDent, former Trustee, Ambassador and Founder of the College, aged 76.

Live webinars & events

Specialty case discussion
Specialty case discussion
Wednesday 3 September 2025, 6pm-8pm, Wolverhampton. At this CGDent Midlands Study Club, you are invited to bring your own cases for discussion and advice with a team of specialists in a range of dental areas.
Isolate and capture: An introduction to rubber dam isolation and everyday clinical photography
Isolate and capture: An introduction to rubber dam isolation and everyday clinical photography
Saturday 6 September 2025, 9.30am-5pm, West Midlands. Bring your own camera to this small, practical study day, organised by CGDent Midlands, which provides an introduction to rubber dam isolation and everyday clinical photography.
Perio-Occlusion Symposium
Perio-Occlusion Symposium
Saturday 20 September 2025, 9am-5pm, London. Dr Reena Wadia and Dr Andy Toy will deliver lectures on pink aesthetics and the vital role of occlusion in the long-term stability of clear aligner therapy.
Dentistry Show London 2025
Dentistry Show London 2025
Friday-Saturday 3-4 October 2025, 9am-5pm, London. The College is an education partner, hosting two CPD lectures. Representatives will be available throughout at the CGDent stand.
AI in dentistry – an indemnity perspective
AI in dentistry – an indemnity perspective
Friday 3 October 2025, 9.15am-10.00am, London. This lecture will be delivered by Helen Kaney FCGDent, Senior Dento-legal Advisor with the MDDUS and a dually qualified dentist and solicitor.
From disclosure to action: domestic abuse and the dental professional’s duty
From disclosure to action: domestic abuse and the dental professional’s duty
Saturday 4 October 2025, 3.15pm-4pm, London. This lecture will be delivered by Preetee Hylton RDN, Associate Member of the College and President of the British Association of Dental Nurses.
London meet-and-greet
London meet-and-greet
Friday-Saturday 3-4 October 2024, 9am-5pm. The College invited all dental professionals to visit its exhibition stand (B29) at Dentistry Show London 2025. Members and non-members alike are encouraged to come and introduce themselves, to find out more about the College and have their queries answered.
Leadership Development Masterclass
Leadership Development Masterclass
Tuesday 14 October 2025, 10am-4pm, London. A full day Masterclass with Prof Sreenivas Koka FCGDent and Dr Elizabeth Carr FCGDent. Restricted to Members and Fellows of the College.