The General Dental Council (GDC) regulates the UK dental team. It registers dentists and Dental Care Professionals (DCPs) — dental nurses, dental hygienists, dental therapists, dental technicians, clinical dental technicians and orthodontic therapists. A registrant’s status is checkable on the GDC register. Note that GDC registration is separate from the NHS Performer Number required to deliver NHS dentistry.
What it costs to qualify
- Registration application fee, UK-qualified dentist or DCP (processing fee, no assessment fee)
- £41[2]
Sources & verification
- The GDC registers dentists and six Dental Care Professional roles (dental nurse, hygienist, therapist, technician, clinical dental technician, orthodontic therapist), source, Last verified 2026-06-09
- Registration application fee, UK-qualified dentist or DCP (processing fee, no assessment fee): £41.42, source, Last verified 2026-10-15 🔶
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