Affiliate membership
Available to overseas-qualified dentists without GDC registration.
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Essential Affiliate membership
Essential Affiliate membership is designed for overseas-qualified dentists who are working towards General Dental Council (GDC) registration.
This can be a challenging time, and we’re here to provide information on GDC registration processes and resources that will be important for your future practising life.
Advice on GDC registration requirements
- Information on GDC registration, including educational materials for ORE/LDS preparation
- Advice on NHS frameworks, private practice opportunities, and choosing the right career path
- Practical insights into UK standards, employment law, and patient care expectations
- Guidance on professional responsibilities such as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and indemnity.
Learning and networking
Joining as an Essential Affiliate member gets you access to 270 hours of CPD to show your commitment to professionalism.
- Enjoy access to the BDJ portfolio with 70 hours of CPD each year, plus Europe’s largest dental library.
- Earn, track and manage your learning in our CPD hub, including 26 hours of GDC-recommended CPD at a time and place that suits you.
- If you prefer learning and networking in person, get discounts on training days, lecture-based seminars, practical hands-on workshops, multi-speaker conferences, and live evening webinars through our courses and events offer.
Keep up to date
Join your peers and colleagues enjoying the BDJ twice a month and stay up to date with what's happening in dentistry around the UK with BDJ In Practice and regular newsletters.
Confidential counselling
If you, your spouse, or a dependent need emotional support, Health Assured provides a confidential helpline 24/7, 365 days a year. We’re here to ensure you’re never alone during this challenging journey.
From £2.87/month*
Already have a BDA account? Join via My BDA.
*The minimum membership period is 12 months, and you can choose to pay annually, quarterly or monthly.
Essential Affiliate fees increase year on year up until the third year. This gradual fee structure allows you to access critical resources while focusing on achieving your GDC registration and building your career in UK dentistry. Once you have registered with the GDC, you qualify for any of our three general categories of membership.
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Essential Affiliate fees |
Annual Fee |
Monthly Fee |
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First year |
£33 |
£2.75 |
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Second year |
£197.51 |
£16.46 |
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Third year |
£336.86 |
£28.07 |
Please see our membership terms and conditions and our fees for further details.
Please note that you need a UK bank account to join online, but you can join us using other payment methods by contacting our membership team directly:
Email [email protected]
Phone: +44 207563 4550
Extra Affiliate membership
Extra Affiliate members get everything in our Essential Affiliate package, plus personalised one-to-one support from our expert advisors, ensuring tailored guidance throughout your professional journey.
Trustworthy advice and personalised support
Whenever you need help you can call or email our expert advisors for one-to-one advice as they are familiar with the challenges faced by overseas dentists in the UK.
Whether you’re navigating the complex regulatory system, exploring career opportunities, or managing employment law issues, our team is here to support you with your specific questions.
For £86.28 per month*
Already have a BDA account? Join via My BDA.
The minimum membership period is 12 months, and you can choose to pay annually, quarterly or monthly. Please see our membership terms and conditions and our fees for details.
Please note that you need a UK bank account to join online, but you can join us using other payment methods by contacting our membership team directly:
Email [email protected]
Phone: +44 207563 4550
International Affiliate membership
For overseas-qualified dentists who are not pursuing GDC registration, wherever you live in the world our International Affiliate membership allows you to keep abreast of the latest developments affecting UK practice.
Demonstrate your commitment to professional standards
International Affiliate membership is more than just a resource - it’s a demonstration of your commitment to the highest professional standards.
Peer-reviewed research and on-demand learning
Your International Affiliate membership provides:
- Access to the world-renowned British Dental Journal online as well as the other journals and magazines in the portfolio delivering the latest clinical updates and peer-reviewed research
- Access to Europe's largest dental library
- Access to our CPD Hub with on-demand courses aligned to UK dental standards, keeping you informed of best practices
- Online tools and articles to deepen your understanding of UK dental standards, ethics, and patient care
- Discounts on online events, including free on-demand webinars.
For £43.33 per month*
Already have a BDA account? Join via My BDA.
The minimum membership period is 12 months, and you can choose to pay annually, quarterly or monthly. Please see our membership terms and conditions and our fees for details.
Please note that you need a UK bank account to join online, but you can join using other payment methods by contacting our membership team directly:
Email [email protected]
Phone: +44 207563 4550