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Which organization grants permission for dentists to practice in the United Kingdom?

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Dentistry
dentistry The practice of dentistry involves preventing, diagnosing, and treating oral disease, as well as correcting deformities of the jaws, teeth, and oral cavity.

In the United Kingdom, the organization responsible for granting permission to practice dentistry is the General Dental Council (GDC).1

To be eligible for registration and practice, a dentist must hold one of the following qualifications recognized by the GDC:
* A degree or diploma in dentistry or dental surgery conferred in Great Britain or Northern Ireland.1
* A degree or diploma in dentistry or dental surgery granted elsewhere that has been formally recognized by the GDC.1
* A degree or diploma approved by the GDC, provided the graduate has successfully passed the statutory examination arranged by the council.1

This regulatory oversight ensures that all practitioners meet the necessary standards for dental education and clinical competency required to provide safe and ethical care to the public.1