Vermilion Biennial Symposium 2025

Friday 3 October 2025 | Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh | 8 Hours CPD

Join us for the fifth Vermilion Biennial Symposium – a neutral forum in which we can have bold conversations about the future of Scottish dentistry and Primary Care. This event is an opportunity to share insights, exchange ideas with some of the boldest voices in Scottish dentistry and grow stronger together as a profession.

 

This year’s programme has been designed to resonate with every dental professional. From students to senior clinicians, from NHS associates to private practice owners. If you are facing the challenges of NHS dentistry, struggling with recruitment and retention, or simply looking to map out a long rewarding career in primary and secondary care dentistry, this event is for you.

Registration for our Symposium is now closed. If you would still like to register, please contact our team at [email protected]

This in-person event will be held at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh – Venue & Conference Centre. Coffee breaks, lunch, and a post-event drinks reception are included in your ticket.

SPECIAL GUESTS

• Dr David Offord: “Must it be this way?” – A bright vision for the future of Scottish dentistry.
• Mr Jim Hall: CEO and Founder Clyde Munro: Six steps that government could take that would transform NHS primary care.
• Mr Anas Sarwar MSP & Mr Paul Sweeney MSP: We are delighted to welcome keynote speaker Anas Sarwar, Leader of Scottish Labour and himself a former dentist, and Paul Sweeney, Scottish Labour Spokesman for dentistry.
• Professor Ewen McColl: The Peninsula Dental School experience and how it relates to Edinburgh.
• Professor Richard Ibbetson: A new model for dental education in Southeast Scotland.
• Assoc Prof Ian Mills: “Don’t look back in anger”– the importance of mental health & wellness in dentistry. College of General Dentistry career pathways.
• Eight Vermilion Clinicians: Mini TED talks: Why you should consider specialising.

AGENDA OF THE DAY

Morning Session

• 8.00 – 8.30: Arrival and check-in
• 8.45 – 9.00: Opening address.
• 9.00 – 9.30: David Offord. Must it be this way? A bright vision for the future of Scottish dentistry.
• 9.30 – 10.00: Jim Hall, Clyde Munro’s Chief Executive Officer & Founder –Six steps that government could take that would transform NHS primary care.
• 10.00 – 11.00: Anas Sarwar MSP. “Fireside chat” – Questions from David Offord, Jim Hall, Richard Ibbetson, Ewen McColl and the Audience.
• 11.00 – 11.30: Coffee break.
• 11.30 – 12.15: Professor Ewen McColl: The Peninsula Dental School experience and how it relates to Edinburgh.
• 12.15 – 13.00: Professor Richard Ibbetson: A new model for dental education in Southeast Scotland.
• 13.00 – 14.15: Lunch break.

Afternoon Session

• 14.15 – 14.30: Opening address.
• 14.30 – 15.20: Assoc Prof Ian Mills: “Don’t look back in anger”- the importance of mental health & wellness in dentistry. College of General Dentistry career pathways.
• 15.20 – 15.40: Coffee break.
• 15.40 – 17.10: Eight Vermilion clinicians, mini TED talks: Why you should consider specialising!
• 17.10 – 18.30: Drinks reception in the College Library.

BOOK YOUR PLACE TODAY

Registration for our Symposium is now closed. If you would still like to register, please contact our team at [email protected] We look forward to welcoming you for a full day of engaging talks, discussions and CPD-accredited learning!

 *Please note: we are unable to refund your ticket if you cancel within 48 hours of the event. There is no parking available at the venue. We recommend planning your journey in advance