College News.

The article discusses various updates and initiatives from the College of General Dentistry in the UK. It highlights the new functionality of the online Member Register, which allows members to display their qualifications. The article also mentions upcoming elections for leadership positions and the recruitment process for the College's second President. It discusses the UK government's plan to recover and reform NHS dentistry services, emphasizing the need for additional funding and access to dental care. The text also addresses concerns about private-only practices and the shortage of dental professionals in the UK. The article concludes by discussing the CGDent NextGen Leadership Workshop, student and associate memberships, changes to the Trustee Board, and a research study on preventative oral care advice. The study reveals that preventative care is not consistently offered to patients in the UK, with regional discrepancies in awareness and importance. [Extracted from the article]

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