Standards for the Dental Team

There are 9 principles registered dental professionals must keep to at all times.

As GDC registrants we always:

1. Put patients’ interests first

2. Communicate effectively with the patient

3. Obtain valid consent

4. Maintain and protect patients’ information

5. Have a clear and effective complaints procedure

6. Work with colleagues in a way that is in patients’ best interests

7. Maintain, develop and work within your professional knowledge and skills

8. Raise concerns if patients are at risk

9. Make sure your personal behaviour maintains patients’ confidence in you and the dental profession