Establishing a mentoring and coaching culture is key to the College’s commitment to workforce diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. In promoting effective mentoring practice, we aim to foster appropriate support in the career pathway progression for all members of the oral healthcare team.
Thanks to sponsorship by Foundation Nakao, generously donated through Prof Avijit Banerjee FCGDent, the College is offered a very special opportunity for a three day training course in mentoring and coaching for dental care professionals. Our aspiration is to cultivate a community of College members amongst dental care professionals who are equipped and confident to nurture their peers.
The Mentoring and Coaching Course for Dental Care Professionals was offered only to the winners of the Foundation Nakao – CGDent Award in Coaching and Mentoring, with successful applicants each awarded a fully funded place on the course.
College members who are registered as a dental therapist, dental hygienist, dental nurse, orthodontic therapist, dental technician or clinical dental technician and who have at least two years’ post-qualification experience were eligible to apply.
Please note that the award is now closed for new entries.
The short course is being delivered synchronously online, using the Zoom platform, by UMD Professional, an organisation with more than thirty years of experience within dentistry, medicine, healthcare and law, to establishing coaching and mentoring practices within organisations.
Foundation Nakao – also known as The Nakao Foundation for Worldwide Oral Health – was founded in Luzern in 2018 by Makato Nakao, Chairman of GC Corporation, a leading manufacturer of dental materials and equipment. GC also partners with the College on the CGDent-GC Award for Foundation Trainees.
CGDent Midlands Study Club,Wednesday 19 November 2025, 6pm-8pm, Wolverhampton
Dr Aron KandolaDr Simran Bains
This CGDent Midlands Study Club was organised in association with Rock Dental, a specialist referral practice.
Participants enjoyed an interactive case discussion evening with the team at Rock Dental, which comprises a mixture of general dentists and speciality dentists.
The first hour focused on photography skills, and participants were encouraged to bring along their camera for some hands-on learning. The second hour was case based discussions.
Limited number of places were available.
Speakers:
Dr Simran Bains
Dr Simran Bains MCGDent qualified from the University of Manchester in 2017. She has been awarded postgraduate diplomas in both restorative and aesthetic dentistry (CGDent) and occlusion and veneers, and has a special interest in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, Invisalign, and the treatment of nervous patients. Nationally recognised, Dr Bains has featured in the Dentistry Top 50 (2023–2025) and has won multiple awards, including Best Young Dentist Overall and Best Young Dentist Midlands at the Dentistry Awards 2024, as well as Best Young Dentist 2025 by Probe Magazine. Widely published in the British Dental Journal, Dentistry Magazine, and Young Dentist Magazine, she also serves as Director of Membership for the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr Aron Kandola
Since qualifying from the University of Bristol in 2017, Dr Aron Kandola has developed a special interest in cosmetic and general dentistry, as well as facial aesthetics. Dr Kandola holds a postgraduate diploma in restorative and aesthetic dentistry and a postgraduate certificate in primary care dentistry. She is an Invisalign Comprehensive Provider and a certified provider of Obagi medical-grade skincare. Dr Kandola is passionate about professional development and has mentored younger dentists and associates, helping them refine their skills and grow in confidence.
Venue:
Rock Dental, 273 Tettenhall Road, Wolverhampton, WV6 0DE
Once you have submitted the registration form by clicking on the button above, please also email secretary.wmfgdp@gmail.com with the name and address of your current practice.
Dentsply Sirona Academy, Building 3, The Heights, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 0NY
The Introduction to Digital Dentistry course, which combines theory, demonstrations and hands-on experience, has been designed by Dr Tom Bereznicki and Dr Chris Leech specifically for early career dentists with limited experience of practising within a digital workflow. It provides a comprehensive introduction to digital dentistry techniques, and how harnessing them can enhance your aesthetic practice and patient care.
The two-day course mainly focuses on the hands-on elements of learning with additional theory and material science modules delivered through pre-course videos.
The course takes you step-by-step through the complete process of creating a digitally produced crown, from scanning to cementation, and provisionally includes:
Presentations on digital dentistry and digital dentures
Short demonstrations followed by comprehensive hands-on experience of:
Scanning each other
Scanning a preparation of a restoration on a pre-prepared model
Using software to design your final restoration
Demonstration of programming and milling processes
Adjustment and polishing techniques using pre-milled crowns that fit the model
Dr Tom Bereznicki FCGDentDr Chris Leech FCGDentDr Bal Rohal
Dr Tom Bereznicki BDS (Edin), FDS RCS (Ed), MFDTEd, FCGDent, MFDSEng
After graduating from Edinburgh, Dr Bereznicki worked as a house surgeon at Guy’s and The Royal Dental Hospitals before entering general dental practice, in which he has over 40 years’ experience. With a special interest in restorative dentistry, in particular occlusion and emergence profile, he was also a visiting clinical specialist teacher at King’s College London Dental Institute and later joined the teaching faculty for the university’s MSc in Aesthetic Dentistry. In 2018, he joined the Academy of Dental Excellence as a senior specialist teacher, and in 2021 became a partner associate lecturer for the University of Portsmouth’s Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry. In 2023, he founded the Tom Bereznicki Charitable Educational Foundation which supports educational opportunities for early career dental professionals. A former member of the FGDP and Founder Member of CGDent, he has been a Fellow of the College since 2022 and is a member of both the Faculty of Dental Trainers at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He is also a regional speaker on occlusion for the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr Chris Leech BDS, MAGDS RCS (Ed), MFDS RCPS (Glasg), Dip Imp Dent RCS (Ed), FDS RCS (Ed), FCGDent
A graduate of Newcastle Dental School, Dr Leech is a partner in a private dental practice and the Scientific Director of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He holds the Diploma in Implant Dentistry of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, for which he is now an examiner. He was also the first dentist to be awarded the Membership for Advanced General Dental Surgery by RCS Edinburgh and is a Fellow of its Faculty of Dental Surgery. He is also a member of the Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry and of the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, and is a Fellow of the College of General Dentistry.
Dr Bal Rohal BDS (Kings) Hons
Dr Sohal is a cosmetic dentist who has showcased his work in presentations in the UK and US. He is experienced in the use of digital workflows, in particular for restoring single unit restorations and aesthetic multi-unit veneers, crowns and onlays. He graduated BDS from King’s College London in 2018, where he was undergraduate president of the dental society and was awarded the Guy’s Full Shield, awards from the Richard Dickinson USA Trust Fund and King’s Opportunity Fund, the Gold Star Award and the Jelf Medal for the most distinguished undergraduate.
Attending the course
The Introduction to Digital Dentistry course has been created solely for the Tom Bereznicki Award for Advanced Aesthetic Dentistry, which is open to dentists who qualified in the UK or Ireland between 2019 to 2023, or who qualified overseas between 2019 to 2023 and have been practising in the UK for at least the past two years. Successful candidates will each be awarded a fully funded place on one of three course dates, and hotel accommodation, UK travel and subsistence will also be covered.
The award is now closed for new entries.
To enter, eligible dentists must submit an aesthetic case with a mainly analogue workflow, which involves more than one tooth, including at least one anterior tooth, and the use of composite to restore teeth.
Registration will remain open until Saturday 1 November, 9:30am
Saturday 1 November 2025, 9am-5pm, Edinburgh
“I thoroughly enjoyed it, very important topic that’s not always fully understood! All the speakers spoke about occlusion in a comprehensive manner that I understood.”
The secrets of successful, long-term restorations
A solid understanding of the principles of occlusion is crucial for the provision of successful, long-term restorative treatments for tooth wear and other conditions. This one-day symposium on the fundamentals of occlusion, first hosted in London in April, aims to enhance your knowledge in this field. You will leave the day with a deeper knowledge of the basic principles of occlusion and an introduction to a range of postgraduate courses you may wish to consider undertaking in order to extend your knowledge further.
Symposium fee
The fee includes lunch and refreshments.
£90 – early careers (qualified 2020-2025)
£110 – other dental professionals
Dental students who are currently in the final year of their course may attend the symposium free of charge. Select the ‘Student’ option on the registration page.
Verifiable CPD: approx 6 hours
To book your place sign in to your online account or create a new College Subscriber account for free and then refresh this page.
“Great overview of the different aspects of occlusion to build on the little knowledge given during undergraduate training.”
Trade exhibition
You are invited to visit our trade exhibition and education stands in the breaks to find out more about high-quality postgraduate courses available to you.
Lunch and refreshments
A two-course lunch is provided and includes a choice of bowl food, including vegetarian, gluten free and halal options. Refreshments are provided throughout the event.
Prayer rooms
Separate male and female prayer rooms will be available. Please bring your own prayer mat.
Getting there
The venue address is: Lecture Theatre 4, Appleton Tower, The University of Edinburgh, 11 Crichton Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9LE. Appleton Tower is in the Central Area South Campus of The University of Edinburgh.
The nearest railway station is Waverley Station and is approximately 15 minutes walk from the venue. The nearest carpark to Appleton Tower is Nicolson Square Car Park.
We look forward to seeing you there!
To book your place sign in to your online account or create a new College Subscriber account for free and then refresh this page.
Registration will remain open until Saturday 1 November, 9:30am
Cancellation and refund policy
A full refund will be provided up to 14 days before the date of the symposium. No refund will be issued within 14 days of the event. If you would like to cancel your place and request a refund, please email us at contact@cgdent.uk
A full day Masterclass with Prof Sreenivas Koka FCGDent and Prof Elizabeth Carr FCGDent
We don’t let anyone practise dentistry without years of education and training. Yet, we let people practise leadership with little or no education and training; and this despite the fact that, just like dentistry, there is a science and an art to leadership that can be taught and learned.
First-time and second-time dental leaders are challenged because they are now judged by the performance of their team and not their own performance – other people’s actions define you. The potential to fail in a leadership role is high and the consequences of failure may be significant emotionally, ethically, spiritually and financially.
In this programme, the course faculty will teach the science and art of some of the most critical elements needed to be an effective team leader. The content for the programme has been carefully curated to offer the appropriate breadth and depth for early-career leaders and will focused on the following:
Developing the ability to sense one surroundings (sensemaking)
Giving and receiving feedback as a leader
Learning one’s motivations for leadership and adapting accordingly
Provisional programme
10:00-12:00 – What really matters in life? – SK
12:00-13:00 – Lunch and networking
13:00-14:00 – Giving and receiving feedback – EC
14:00-14:15 – Break
14:15-15:00 – Determining your career anchor – SK
15:00-16:00 – Measuring your leadership effectiveness – SK
CPD verified for GDC Development Outcome: B
Speakers
Prof Sreenivas Koka DDS MS PhD MBA MAS FACD FCGDent
Profile >
Sreenivas “Sree” Koka was born in the United Kingdom to Indian immigrants, and grew up with two nationalities, two religions (Anglican and Hindu), two languages, and two cultures. At the age of 19, he emigrated to the United States and began his university education.
A lifelong learner, Sree has earned five graduate level degrees including a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from MIT’s Sloan School of Management, a Master in Applied Sciences (MAS) from Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Sciences from the University of Nebraska. In addition, Sree received a Master’s degree and doctoral degree from the University of Michigan.
Sree has had an active leadership career in private practice including as business owner; in hospital practice including serving as Department Chair at Mayo Clinic; as Executive Director of a non-profit organization; in academics including serving as Dean at the University of Mississippi Medical Center; by leading professional national and international organizations; and through professional service as Chair of the MIT Sloan School of Management Alumni Board. During his career he has been chosen as the outstanding teacher of the year many times by professional/graduate students.
Sree has lectured extensively nationally and internationally (six continents) and has given a TEDx presentation. He is the founder of the Shaping the Future (SHIFT) leadership workshop series specifically designed to teach the human side of leadership to early-career and mid-career professionals. He presents on a variety of leadership topics, focusing on the human side of building great teams, and is a sought-after speaker for audiences across many industries.
ProfElizabeth Carr MAADH DHA FACD (Hon) FCGDent
Profile >
Elizabeth Carr is a native of the Mississippi Delta, where she was raised in both Catholic and Baptist communities. She loves to read, debate, watch movies, sing, travel and make new friends across the globe!
Elizabeth has earned numerous degrees including Bachelors and Masters degrees, and culminating with a Doctorate of Health Administration. In a successful faculty career, she has led university academic units at the department level and program level. In addition, she is an experienced leader of degree-level online education efforts. A lifelong learner, Elizabeth has completed MIT Sloan School of Management’s Executive Certificate program in Leadership and Management.
Elizabeth is a sought-after speaker; her invited presentation portfolio includes national venues across the US and international venues in Europe and Asia. A talented scholar, she has published research on leadership, specifically the why, when and how of courage in leadership, as well as the communication skills requisite for effective team-building. These attributes embody her passion for inspiring others to make courageous choices and navigate career and life changes confidently while simultaneously leading high-performing teams.
Elizabeth’s commitment to advancing public health has been recognized with numerous accolades. With a track record of working with non-profit and political stakeholders, Elizabeth has advocated for and enacted changes that reshape communities through public health initiatives. Her leadership capabilities have been honed through years of efforts at the local, regional, state and national levels and in academic, community, organizational and legislative arenas.
Masterclass fee: £170
The Leadership Development Masterclass is restricted to current Members and Fellows of the College (Full Member, Associate Fellow & Fellow).
**STRICTLY LIMITED OPPORTUNITY OF JUST 25 PLACES**
Image credit: David Hawgood / Doorway, Royal Society of Medicine / CC BY-SA 2.0
Friday 3 – Saturday 4 October 2025, 9.00am – 5.00pm, London
Hall N7, ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
The College invited all dental professionals to visit its exhibition stand (B29) at Dentistry Show London 2025.
College members and non-members alike were encouraged to come and introduce themselves, to find out more about the College and have their queries answered.
Perhaps you have questions about your membership or how to access your benefits? Or want to know whether you’re eligible for Full Membership, Associate Fellowship or Fellowship? Or you wonder what Life Fellowship is, or how to add your qualifications to the Member Register?
Maybe you’re a former member of FGDP(UK) uncertain of your College status, or the correct way to present your Faculty post-nominals?
Or perhaps you’re a non-member who’s not yet heard much about the College and just wants to find out why we were set up, what our plans are or how we can help you in your career?
Whatever your query, senior College members and staff will be there throughout the conference to help you out, and have live access to College systems to help solve membership queries on the spot.
Or even if you don’t have a query, we were be delighted to meet you!
The College is also an education partner for Dentistry Show London, hosting two lectures.
Dentistry Show London gives you access to over 180 exhibitors and 4,000 fellow dental professionals, and also offers 100 CPD lectures. It’s FREE to attend for all registered dental professionals.
Dental Care Professionals Hub, Hall N7, ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
This lecture was delivered by Preetee Hylton RDN, Associate Member of the College and President of the British Association of Dental Nurses.
A full-time dental nurse and safeguarding lead at a private dental practice in London, Preetee is an Associate Examiner for the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses and delivers the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Principles and Practice in Dental Nursing. A former receptionist, practice manager, lead dental nurse and clinical mentor to student dental nurses, she holds the NEBDN National Certificate in Dental Nursing, BDA Education Certificates in Oral Health and in Dental Radiography, a Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector qualification and a Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement, and in 2021 completed the DDS Treatment Coordinator Programme. A founding member and the former Study Club Co-Director of the ITI UK & Ireland Dental Nurses community, she is an honorary ambassador for the Mouth Cancer Foundation, a member of the editorial board of Dental Nursing, and a past contributor to the Primary Dental Journal.
CPD:
0.75 hours
This lecture was free to attend for both members and non-members of the College, and is one of two College sessions at Dentistry Show London 2025 (DSL25), a two-day conference hosting over 100 CPD lectures in 6 theatres, 180 exhibitors and 4,000 dental professionals.
College representatives were available throughout the conference at the CGDent exhibition stand(B29) to talk to delegates about our vision for the profession, the benefits of membership and fellowship, and to answer questions.
It was not possible to register for specific lectures in advance, but those wishing to attend should register for DSL25 either in advance or on the day. Registration was free for all registered dental professionals.
Keynote Theatre, Hall N7, ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
This lecture was delivered by Helen Kaney FCGDent, Deputy Head of the Dental Division at the Medical and Dental Defence Union of Scotland, and a dually qualified dentist and solicitor.
Helen qualified BDS from Glasgow University in 1987 and spent many years in general dental practice as well as working as a clinical assistant in conservative dentistry and prosthodontics at Glasgow Dental Hospital and at Guy’s Hospital in London. She developed an interest in law and ethics early in her career and studied law, obtaining an LLB, and then trained and worked as a solicitor for several years, acting for doctors and dentists in clinical negligence claims, regulatory matters and Fatal Accident Inquiries (Coroner’s Inquests) on the instructions of UK indemnity providers. She has significant experience in advising and assisting dentists in the UK and Ireland and in several international jurisdictions, and spent 14 years at Dental Protection as a Dentolegal and Senior Dentolegal Adviser and latterly as Medico and Dentolegal Services Team Lead and Head of Dental Services, Scotland. She completed an MBA at Strathclyde Business School and is a Fellow of the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians. She served as an elected National Representative on the College Council from 2019-2025.
CPD:
0.75 hours
This lecture was free to attend for both members and non-members of the College, and is one of two College sessions at Dentistry Show London 2025 (DSL25), a two-day conference hosting over 100 CPD lectures in 6 theatres, 180 exhibitors and 4,000 dental professionals.
College representatives were available throughout the conference at the CGDent exhibition stand(B29) to talk to delegates about our vision for the profession, the benefits of membership and fellowship, and to answer questions.
It was not possible to register for specific lectures in advance, but those wishing to attend should register for DSL25 either in advance or on the day. Registration was free for all registered dental professionals.
Friday 3 – Saturday 4 October 2025, 9.00am – 5.00pm, London
Preetee Hylton RDN (left) and Helen Kaney FCGDent (right). Centre image: representatives at the CGDent stand
Hall N7, ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL
The College was an education partner for Dentistry Show London 2025 (DSL25) once again, hosting two lectures during the two-day conference.
The College welcomed members and non-members alike to its sessions, with experts in their fields sharing their knowledge and giving advice to support the professional development of the whole dental team:
Delegates had access to over 100 CPD lectures in all across multiple lecture theatres, as well as over 180 exhibiting suppliers, and the opportunity to network among 4,000 dentists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, dental nurses, practice managers, dental technicians and laboratory owners.
College representatives were available throughout the show at the CGDent exhibition stand (B29) to talk to delegates about our vision for the profession, the benefits of membership and fellowship, and to answer your questions.
Registration for DSL25 was free for all dental professionals.
*This title was updated on 22 August 2025; it was originally titled ‘AI and social media in dentistry – an indemnity perspective’
Registration will remain open until Saturday 20 September, 2pm
Saturday 20 September 2025, 9am-5pm, London
The Perio-Occlusion Symposium focuses on the aesthetics related to pink gum and the critical role of occlusion in ensuring the long-term success of clear aligner therapy.
In the morning session, Dr Reena Wadia MCGDent will present clinical cases and examine the indications and steps of crown lengthening and gum recession surgery, reviewing the available procedures.
Dr Andy Toy FCGDent leads the afternoon session on the role of occlusion in the successful provision and long-term stability of aligner therapy, giving you the tools to diagnose, plan and finish your patients with a healthy functional occlusion. The full programme is shown below.
You are invited to visit our trade exhibition and education stands in the breaks to find out more about high-quality postgraduate courses available to you.
Lunch and refreshments
Lunch is not provided in the venue. You are welcome to visit the restaurants, cafes and shops on the doorstep.
Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided throughout the event.
Prayer room
A prayer room will be available at the symposium for delegates use.
Getting there
The venue address is: Small Hall, Kensington Conference and Events Centre, Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, London, W8
Kensington Conference and Events Centre is easy to access on public transport and a car park is also available onsite.
London Underground – the nearest London Underground station is High Street Kensington on the Circle or District Line.
Bus – busses 9, 10, 27, 28, 49, 52, 70, 328, C1 stop near the venue. Exit the bus at the Kensington High Street/Wrights Lane junction. Alternatively, busses 52 or 70 stop at nearby Kensington Church Street.
Car Parking – there is a public car park below the Kensington Conference and Events Centre. To access it, enter Campden Hill Road from Kensington High Street, turn first right into Phillimore Walk and turn immediately left down the entrance ramp to the car park.
Kensington Conference and Events Centre is fully accessible for anyone with mobility issues.
The Symposium has been designed for early career dental professionals and all dental professionals are welcome to attend. It is organised by the Tom Bereznicki Charitable Educational Foundation in conjunction with the College of General Dentistry. The Foundation supports educational opportunities for early career dental professionals in the UK.
We look forward to seeing you there!
To book your place sign in to your online account or create a new subscriber account for free and then refresh this page.
Registration will remain open until Saturday 20 September, 2pm
Cancellation and refund policy
A full refund will be provided up to 14 days before the date of the symposium. No refund will be issued within 14 days of the event. If you would like to cancel your place and request a refund, please email us at contact@cgdent.uk
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