The Hub
Navigating the UK dental system can be overwhelming. The KDA Hub provides definitive answers and guidance for overseas dental professionals transitioning to the UK.
Road to Registration
Step-by-step guides to securing your eGDC account and submitting evidence for UK dental registration.
Learn moreGDC Registration
Everything you need to know about the General Dental Council registration process and requirements.
Learn moreEnglish Language Requirements
IELTS, OET and other accepted English language tests for dental registration in the UK.
Learn moreORE vs LDS
Transparent comparison of costs, timelines, and waiting lists to help you choose the right examination path.
Learn moreDocument and English Checklist
Everything to gather before you apply, from certified copies to the English requirement.
Learn moreBooking the Exams
How and when to book the ORE and LDS, with current dates and fees.
Learn moreCost of Registration
An honest breakdown of exam fees, GDC fees, English tests and indemnity, with 2026 figures that change.
Learn moreJob Hunt
How to find your first dental position in the UK, from NHS to private practice opportunities.
Learn moreFirst Year as a UK Dentist
What to expect in your first year working in a UK dental practice and navigating the system.
Learn moreNHS Guide
Understanding the NHS dental system, UDAs, contracts, and working within the National Health Service.
Learn moreRecognising Your Qualification
The UK ENIC statement that shows your dental degree is comparable to a UK one.
Learn moreUK Work Visas
Skilled Worker and Health and Care Worker visas, sponsorship, and the visa you need just to sit the exam.
Learn moreHow Long It Takes
A realistic timeline from deciding to register to treating patients.
Learn moreBe first in line when your course goes live
Most of our courses are still in build. Tell us which exam you are preparing for and we will email you the moment it opens, along with early-access offers before anyone else.
- No payment now, just your details
- A friendly heads-up the day your course launches
- Early-bird pricing for people who register first
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