According to the GDC, 90 per cent of its hearings are already held remotely.
The regulator stressed that dental professionals would still be able to request in-person hearings.
John Cullinane, executive manager of the Dental Professionals Hearings Service, said, “We think there are considerable benefits to holding hearings remotely, not least savings in travel and accommodation costs, but also reductions in lost hearing days due to travel disruptions and increased participation from those who find it difficult to be away from home.
“Since we started holding most of our hearings remotely, we have introduced additional support for all hearing participants by providing specific guidance on attending a remote hearing and introducing a participant support officer to address the challenges that these types of proceedings may present.
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