Blog Posts

Registered dental nurse, Dr Debbie Reed FCGDent, reflects on the results of her recent research into dental nurse retention in the UK.

Patricia Thomson FCGDent, reviews the College’s third annual study day in Scotland, which took place on Friday 1 December 2023.

Dental Therapist Sarah Murray MBE, discusses the role of dental practices in delivering preventative oral care advice.

Clinical Dental Technicians Emily Pittard MCGDent and Carmel Vickers-Wall, an Associate Member of the College, examine the role of a CDT and how they can work efficiently and effectively within the dental team.

David Shiers, Gordon Johnston and Vishal Aggarwal FCGDent believe that poor oral health should not be an inevitable consequence of experiencing severe mental illness.

Alasdair Miller FCGDent talks to Nairn Wilson CBE about becoming one the first Life Fellows of the College.

Dr Louise Belfield AssocFCGDent, the first dental nurse in the UK to achieve a PhD, reflects on the key moments, influences and lessons from her career to date

Following the College’s second Annual Members’ Meeting in March 2023, Chair of Trustees, Janet Clarke, reviews our significant achievements.

Professor Emeritus Nairn Wilson CBE FCGDent, Honorary Founding President of the College, encourages former members and fellows of the FGDP, together with colleagues who have recently joined CGDent, to update their postnominals.

General dental practitioner, Dr Shaun Sellars AssocFCGDent, considers the ‘soft skills’ that help dental professionals improve patient care.