Dental License Applications & Requirements
Under § 256.053 of the Dental Practice Act, to be eligible for a Dental License in the state of Texas you must:
- Be at least 21 years of age;
- Be of good moral character;
- Have graduated from an Accredited Dental School;
- Have taken and passed the National Board Dental Exam (Parts I and II); and
- Have taken and passed the General Dentistry Clinical Examination.
 The Board of Dental Examiners is charged by the Texas Legislature to protect the public health and safety by examining applicants for Dental License pursuant to § 254.001 of the Dental Practice Act. The Board of Dental Examiners has the authority to deny you licensure if you:
- Commit fraud in the licensure process;
- Have an addiction to alcohol or drugs;
- Have been convicted of a Felony Offense;
- Have committed a crime which relates to the duties and responsibilities of the practice of Dentistry within the prior 12 months.
If the Board of Dental Examiners determines that you are not eligible for licensure, you are entitled to written notice and reasons for denial. Furthermore, § 263.003 of the Dental Practice Act affords each applicant who is denied a dental license with the right to appeal the denial in an Administrative Hearing. By appealing, you will have the opportunity to present evidence establishing your present fitness to perform the duties and discharge the responsibilities of a dentist. |
