Dental Council Annual Retention: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to maintain your legal authorization to practice dentistry in Ireland through the annual retention process.
This scheme is the mandatory process for dentists to maintain their professional standing and legal right to work in Ireland.
Who it's for
This requirement applies to all practicing dentists within Ireland. If you are currently working in the field of dentistry and require legal standing to perform your professional duties, you must participate in this annual retention process.
What you get
Completing this process provides you with the legal authorization necessary to practice dentistry. This registration ensures you remain on the official professional register, which is essential for working legally within the Irish healthcare system.
What it costs you
To maintain your registration, you must pay an annual retention fee, which is approximately €300. In addition to this financial cost, you must provide valid proof of your professional indemnity insurance. This insurance is a mandatory requirement to ensure you are covered while practicing. You will also need to dedicate time to verifying that all your professional details are current and accurate.
The catch to know
The most significant risk in this process is a failure to maintain accurate records. If you do not update your registered address or if your indemnity insurance details become outdated, you face automatic removal from the register. Being removed from the register means you lose your legal authorization to practice dentistry.
How to apply
- Access the official portal via the Dental Council website.
- Log in to your professional account using your credentials.
- Review and update your current contact address to ensure it is accurate.
- Upload or confirm your current proof of professional indemnity insurance.
- Pay the required annual retention fee to complete the renewal.