Comparisons and reference of dental education between the United Kingdom and China

Dental education in United Kingdom has been amongst the best in the world with years of experience. General Dental Council (GDC) is the sole competent authority for dentistry in the UK. GDC produces guidance on dental education and lead the inspections and monitoring for dental schools. Postgraduate Dental Deans are responsible for the provision and quality management of the education and training of dental graduates during 2 years' foundation training and 3-5 years' specialty training. There are similarities between UK dental education system and Chinese system in school education and continuing education. It is worthy of reference for the dental education in China in terms of the training system of dental residents and specialists in the United kingdom. Key words: Dental education; Dental education system; UK dental education