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Join the register Here you can find out if you are able to apply for registration with the GDC, if you will need to pass the overseas registration exam before you can register, and what Brexit means for you.

Overseas Registration Exam The Overseas registration exam (ORE) is an exam that overseas qualified dentists have to pass in order to register with the GDC. Registration allows dentists to practice dentistry unsupervised in the UK.

Your registration Dental professionals must maintain their registration and keep their information up to date. You can manage your registration quickly and easily online using eGDC.

Annual Renewal and fees Dental professionals pay a fee to register with us and an annual fee to remain on our register.
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CPD for dental professionals CPD is about keeping your professional skills and knowledge up to date.

Dental students and trainees Our dedicated hub for students and trainees will help and guide you along your journey to becoming a member of the dental team.

Dental education and training quality assurance We set the standards for dental education and training, and check to ensure those standards are being met by providers.
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Concerns
Concerns
Making a complaint to your dental professional If you're not happy with the treatment or service you have had, it's usually best to tell the practice directly - they may be able to sort the problem out there and then.

Raising concerns about dental treatment The GDC can look into serious concerns about the ability, health or behaviour of a dental professional.

How we handle concerns This section covers what you need to do, and what to expect, if a concern has been raised about you, as well as information about upcoming, current, and past hearings.
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Information, standards & guidance
COVID-19 This section has the latest information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19) for dental professionals and the public. We'll continue to update it regularly.

Information for patients and the public Find out about aligners or braces sent directly to your home, tooth whitening, going abroad for dental treatment and the standard of care you should expect from your dental professional.

Standards and guidance Sets out the standards of conduct, performance and ethics that govern you as a dental professional.

Supporting the dental team This guide is to assist you with supporting dental professionals in working together as a well-trained, motivated and competent dental team delivering safe, high-quality care to patients.
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About us
What we do The General Dental Council (GDC) is the UK-wide statutory regulator of the dental team.

Our organisation Find out about who we regulate, our statutory functions and our 2020 - 2022 corporate strategy - Right time Right place Right touch.

Who we are Find out more about the committees and boards that have been created to support the General Dental Council.

Work with us Information about how you can work with, or for, the GDC

Freedom of Information The Freedom of Information (FOI) Act gives people rights of access to the information authorities hold.
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Why we gave our hearings service a new name and identity

John Cullinane — John Cullinane

29 June, 2022

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Chair's blog

A view from the Chair: Meeting the dental team and adding to the debate about access

Lord Toby Harris — Lord Toby Harris

01 June, 2022

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What does seriousness in fitness to practise (FtP) mean for dental professionals?

Elizabeth Gonzalez Malaga — Elizabeth Gonzalez Malaga

12 May, 2022

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A view from the Chair: Sharing perceptions with dental professionals

Lord Toby Harris — Lord Toby Harris

04 May, 2022

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Chair's blog

A view from the Chair: questions from colleagues and discussions with Council

Lord Toby Harris — Lord Toby Harris

06 April, 2022

Dental hygiene and dental therapy: skills development and career progression

Jyoti Sumel and Monica Matanda — Jyoti Sumel and Monica Matanda

23 March, 2022

Working with partners; listening to patients

Gordon Matheson CBE — Gordon Matheson CBE

15 March, 2022

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Becoming a dental hygienist or dental therapist

Jyoti Sumel and Monica Matanda — Jyoti Sumel and Monica Matanda

09 March, 2022

Student and new registrant engagement programme continues at pace

Daniel Knight — Daniel Knight

09 March, 2022

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