Mixed perceptions of the GDC among early career dental professionals, report says

The survey of 1,479 early-career dental professionals revealed varying perceptions of the GDC among different dental professions. Dental nurses had the highest positive perceptions, with 59 per cent viewing the GDC favourably. In contrast, dentists had the lowest positive perceptions at 22 per cent. Additionally, dentists had the highest negative perceptions, with 52 per cent of respondents expressing unfavourable views, significantly more than any other group.

The research shows that over time, dental professionals' perceptions of the GDC are more informed by their colleagues’ views rather than their own experiences of the GDC, with individuals registered with the GDC for a longer period typically less positive in their perceptions.