GDC and DPHS

What the GDC does

The General Dental Council (GDC) regulates dentists and dental care professionals in the UK, including dental nurses, hygienists, therapists, technicians, clinical dental technicians, and orthodontic therapists. It maintains the register and investigates concerns about fitness to practise.

What the DPHS does

The Dental Professionals Hearings Service (DPHS) runs hearings for cases referred by the GDC's case examiners. Practice committees include Professional Conduct, Professional Performance, Health, Interim Orders, and Registration Appeals.

Sanctions can include erasure from the register, suspension, conditions on practice, a reprimand, or no further action.