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Dentist
License Description Dentists prevent, diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth and gums. Dentists take x-rays, locate and restore teeth, straighten teeth and treat gum and mouth diseases. They extract teeth when necessary and perform laboratory work such as making dentures and inlays. If necessary, the dentist will administer an anesthetic to deaden pain before doing dental work. Dentists may perform corrective surgery to the teeth and gums, or clean teeth. Most dentists are general practitioners who provide many types of dental care, but some dentists specialize in the various fields of the profession. A license is required to practice Dentistry. Requirements: 1) Must be a graduate of a school for the education and training of dentists approved by the Board and accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. 2) Successful completion of the National Board Examination for Dentistry. 3) Satisfactory completion of the clinical dental examination given by a recognized testing agency. 4) Successful completion of Arkansas Jurisprudence Exam over Arkansas dental laws. 5) Complete criminal background checks required. 6) Must have current healthcare provider level cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. Written and clinical examinations required. Application: $150.00, Renewal fee (every 2 years): $300.00
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Health
Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners
101 East Capitol Ave., Suite 111
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682 2085
asbde@arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Felony convictions prohibited
Education Degree required
Exam Third-party exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 06/28/2022
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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