In 2025, the Board Task Force Internal Market continued its work on the evolving professional landscape in Europe, with a particular focus on workforce quality and the impact of corporate dentistry.

One of the key developments during the year was the adoption of the CED Statement on Quality of Dentistry Across Borders. Through this position, the CED emphasizes that policy initiatives regarding the dental profession should prioritize patient safety and clinical quality over economic considerations. The statement addresses the necessity of a thorough evaluation of third-country qualifications to ensure they meet EU training requirements, while also highlighting the importance of language proficiency and a comprehensive understanding of national healthcare systems for dentists entering the workforce.

In parallel, the BTF continued its collaboration with the European Regional Organisation (ERO) of the Fédération Dentaire Internationale regarding corporate dentistry. This year saw the completion of a joint survey spanning 45 countries, providing updated data on market trends and regulatory frameworks. This 2025 data was utilized for a comparative analysis with 2022 findings to develop academic articles for submission to the European Commission. These activities reflect the CED’s ongoing efforts to support a regulated practice environment and a robust dental workforce across the European Union.

In 2025, the CED re-launched its newsletters, with the publication of 3 newsletters, in May, October and December. These include sections on Board and General Meetings, President activities and published articles, CED Priority Themes from its Working Groups and Contributions by CED members and partners.

The CED also collaborated with national and international journals for the publication of 4 CED articles, including in Open Access Government, the iSanidadental 2024 Yearbook, the European Journal for Dental Implantologists, and the French Dental Association’s CDF Mag.