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The professional body for primary oral healthcare and general practice dentistry: fostering the commitment of dental professionals to excellent patient care and oral health for all, supporting professional development, and enhancing careers.
Announcing our new credentialing scheme for highly skilled practitioners: Certified Practitioner
The Primary Dental Journal is our quarterly, themed and peer-reviewed membership journal, uniquely dedicated to general dental practice.
The latest issue is themed on the subject of ‘Leadership’ and features a wide range of topics in both clinical papers and opinion papers, to help every member of the primary oral healthcare team to become better leaders and better team members.
Members of the College are committed to excellence in patient care and promoting oral health.Search our Register to find members with recognised qualifications in particular areas of practice, on a regional or national level.
Voting is now open for the Mersey & North West seat on the College Council, and eligible members are encouraged to cast their ballot before the vote closes on Monday 27 April 2026.
Professor Igor Blum, Editor of the Primary Dental Journal (PDJ), reviews the latest thinking on temporomandibular disorders – the theme of the upcoming issue.
Dr Wendy Thompson FCGDent, College Lead on antimicrobial prescribing, resistance and stewardship, has received a Distinguished Scientist Award from the International Association for Dental, Oral and Craniofacial Research (IADR).
The College has partnered with the Tom Bereznicki Charitable Educational Foundation and GC to develop a new tooth wear award for early career dentists.
The College is seeking the next Dean of its Faculty of Dental Nursing and Orthodontic Therapy, and all dental nurses and orthodontic therapists are invited to consider applying.
Monday 20 April 2026, 6pm-8pm, Wolverhampton. Following the CGDent Midlands Study Club on implant restoration, come along to this session on implant after care with your own cases for discussion and advice.
Friday-Saturday 15-16 May 2026, Birmingham. The College will be an education partner, hosting CPD lectures and a stand. BDCDS is the UK’s largest dental event and registration is free.
Friday-Saturday 15-16 May 2026, 9am-5pm. The College invites all dental professionals to visit its exhibition stand at the British Dental Conference and Dentistry Show. Come and introduce yourself, find out more about the College and have your queries answered.
Thursday 4 – Saturday 6 June 2026, Surrey. Training programme taking GDPs to just below specialist level and leading to the CGDent Diploma in Primary Care Orthodontics.
SAVE-THE-DATE: Thursday 25 June 2026, 6pm-9pm, London. An opportunity to network with peers and meet College Trustees, Council / Faculty Board members and staff. Open to Fellows, Role Fellows and Associate Fellows.
SAVE-THE-DATE: Thursday 25 June 2026, 6pm-9pm, London. Associate Fellows, Role Fellows and new Fellows of the College are invited to be presented for ceremonial admission into the Fellowship community by the President of the College.
Thursday 23 July – Friday 24 July 2026, Belgium. This hands-on course for Foundation Trainees, provides in-depth guidance on contemporary composite layering techniques and materials.
Wednesday 9 – Saturday 12 September 2026, Surrey. Training programme taking GDPs to just below specialist level and leading to the CGDent Diploma in Primary Care Orthodontics.
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