It depends on how long you have been off the register. For dentists, the GDC asks for:
| Time off the register | CPD needed |
|---|---|
| Less than 12 months | a CPD declaration; no evidence to submit |
| 12 months to under 5 years | verifiable CPD certificates for the pro-rata hours since your current cycle began, a CPD activity log and a PDP |
| More than 5 years, or removed for CPD reasons | five years of CPD evidence |
Dental care professionals should check the GDC's guidance for their own title.
- Work out how long you have been off the register.
- Gather the evidence for your band from the table above.
- Follow the GDC's restoration process for your title.
Our GDC Restoration Service helps you catch up on the CPD you need and compile it into audit-compliant reports: see pricing.
Source: GDC: dentists — CPD requirements for restoration, checked 10 October 2026. The regulator's own guidance always takes precedence.
Still stuck? Email dental@cpdpro.org.uk or use support in the app, and expect a response within an hour or less.