News & Events

The latest news from the EFP as well as details of its forthcoming events and those of its affiliated national societies of periodontology.

Perio Master Clinic 2026

The EFP International Perio Master Clinic is the premier forum for the promotion of clinical excellence in emerging and important clinical challenges in our specialty.

Education

The EFP's work in education includes a set of curricular guidelines for undergraduate dental education, a three-year accredited programme for postgraduate education in periodontology, and some continuing education tools for reference and consultation of dental professionals all along their careers. Besides, this area is the home of the 'EFP Alumni' section.

Systemic health, Podcast

Perio Talks: The mouth-kidney connection

27 July 2026

In the latest edition of the Perio Talks podcast, Iain Chapple and Praveen Sharma explore the growing evidence linking periodontitis to chronic kidney disease. They discuss the biological connection between the mouth and the kidneys, the importance of healthy gums to patients with kidney disease, and the need for close collaboration between dentists and nephrologists to improve long-term outcomes.