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We are the only membership College committed to quality and standards of excellence in general practice dentistry – placing you at the forefront of better oral health

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We foster excellence and confidence in oral healthcare, for all. The interests of patients is always a priority, and we provide a wealth of information, advice and links to relevant organisations

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Certificates of Membership now available for download

8 Dec 2023

College members can now download a copy of their Certificate of Membership from their online account.

Trustee Board changes

8 Dec 2023

Marie Parker and Jane Clarke have been appointed as Trustees of the College. They are the third and fourth new Trustees appointed since the College opened its doors to members in 2021, with Fred Thomson and Onkar Dhanoya having been appointed in 2022.

Retiring this year?

30 Nov 2023

If you are planning to discontinue your GDC registration at the end of the year, you can maintain a link with dentistry by staying a member of the College with a discounted fee.

New research reveals the missed opportunity of preventative oral care

30 Nov 2023

The College of General Dentistry and Haleon have launched the Dental Health Barometer, which provides deep insights into the role of preventative oral healthcare in the UK.

College engages the next generation of dental professionals

29 Nov 2023

As part of a new initiative to raise awareness of its mission to dental students and early career professionals, the College held its first major NextGen event on Saturday 25 November.

New PDJ online: Dental trauma

29 Nov 2023

The newest edition of the Primary Dental Journal, the Dental trauma issue (vol.12, no.4), is now live online.

Live webinars & events

Paediatric dentistry – 9 January 2024

Tuesday 9 January 2024, 6.30pm, Solihull. Share experience and engage in discussion at this bi-monthly CGDent Midlands Study Club. Led by Dr Laura Warrilow, this session discusses paediatric dentistry.

1992 Circle gathering – 25 January 2024

Thursday 25 January 2024, 4-6pm, London. All those who are retired from practice and were a Fellow of the FGDP, or are or were a Fellow of CGDent, are eligible to join the 1992 Circle and attend this event

Fellows’ Winter Reception – 25 January 2024

Thursday 25 January 2024, 6-9pm, London. The Fellows’ Winter Reception is currently full – email us at [email protected] to be added to the waiting list.

Managing medically compromised patients and hands-on suturing – 5 March 2024

Tuesday 5 March 2024, 6.30pm, Solihull. Share experience and engage in discussion at this Study Club. Led by Dr Sukhi Atthi, the session discusses managing medically compromised patients and hands-on suturing.

British Dental Conference & Dentistry Show – 17 & 18 May 2024

The UK’s largest dental event, registration is free and delegates can expect 200 CPD sessions across 11 theatres, and 400+ exhibitors on site

Endodontics – 4 July 2024

Thursday 4 July 2024, 6.30pm, Solihull. Share experience and engage in discussion at this bi-monthly CGDent Midlands Study Club. Led by Dr Joanna Batt, the session focuses on endodontics.