Frequently Asked Questions

Q1.	What are the requirements for obtaining dental licensure by examination?	Q15.	How long does it take to receive National or Clinical exam scores?
Q2.	What are the requirements for obtaining licensure by credentials?	Q16.	Is there a wait time to retake an exam?
Q3.	How long does it take to receive a license?	Q17.	What are the continuing education requirements?
Q4.	What are the education requirements?	Q18.	Can I get a temporary license ?
Q5.	What CPR is needed?	Q19.	What happens if I do not renew my license?
Q6.	Who provides the National Board examination?	Q20.	Can I make my license inactive?
Q7.	Is a state law exam required?	Q21.	If I make my license inactive how do I reactivate?
Q8.	Is there a form to use to apply for the National or Clinical exam?	Q22.	What are the License Renewal Dates?
Q9.	Is there a form to use to apply for the National or Clinical re-exam?	Q23.	What are the License Reinstatement Requirements?
Q10.	How long do I have to take the exam after completion of the education requirement?	Q24.	What is the Scope of Practice?
Q11.	Who provides the Clinical examination?	Q25.	When is a sedation permit required?
Q12.	Who schedules the National or Clinical exam?	Q26.	Can I dispense medications from my office?
Q13.	Are the examinations international exam?	Q27.	Information on Dental Assistants
Q14.	How many times can I take the exam?	Q28.	Frequently Used Acronyms

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