Overseas Dentists Now Outnumber UK Dentists on GDC Register – Latest Data
For the first time, overseas and international routes make up the majority of new joiners on the GDC dentist register, accounting for 53.1% of additions in 2025 against 46.9% from UK schools. The General Dental Council's 2025 Registration Statistical Report, published on 7 May 2026, also flags a five-fold increase in ORE capacity ahead, the launch of MyGDC for digital registration, and a 21% rise in dental therapists.
DELIVER Oral Health Quality Toolkit – Officially Launching in June 2026
The DELIVER Oral Health Quality Toolkit will officially launch during a free online event on Tuesday, 16 June 2026, bringing together oral healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, and patient representatives from across Europe.
3% increase in GDC registered dentists in 2025
In a recent update from the General Dental Council (GDC), a notable 3% increase in the total number of registered dentists in the UK has been reported.
GDC launches priority ORE booking for refugees
In an effort to support dental professionals who have refugee status, the General Dental Council (GDC) has introduced a new initiative offering priority access to the Overseas Registration Exam (ORE).
Everything you need to know about Dental Therapists
The idea of having dental therapists as a part of the dental team in the United Kingdom sprouted in the year of 1917 owing to the extre...
Visits at the Dental Hygienist
Visits at the Dental Hygienist
Dentists and dental hygienists alike have long recited the importance of getting your teeth clea...
What can Dental Hygienists do?
Scope of Practice: Dental Hygienists
Dental Hygienist vs Dental Therapist: Duties and role in the Dental Team
When we talk about dentistry, our imagination is somewhat limited to a dentist. However, in the United Kingdom, you come across dental hygienists and dental therapists working in various dental establishments.