Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the Florida Board of Dentistry Help Center – an online tool for applicants, licensees, and the public to search and access our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), contact our office, and learn “how to” do business with the board.

How do I request document certification?

If you need a written statement on a public record attesting to the record’€™s genuineness or that it is a true and correct copy, you may fill out the Online Request Form. Be sure to indicate you need a certified copy of the request form. A $25 fee will be charged, in addition to the public record Fees and Charges. Visit our Public Records page for information on how to request certified documents by mail.

How do I update my address?

UPDATE ADDRESS ONLINE:

  •  Login to online services by selecting your profession from the dropdown menu and entering your User ID and Password
  •  Your User ID and Password were mailed with your initial license. Please look at the center section and refer to the Online Services Instructions, item #5.
  •  If you do not have your User ID and Password, click on “Get Login Help“.
  •  Select “Update Addresses” on the left side of the page
  •  Enter the new address information
  •  Once you have entered your new address, click on “Process”. You will receive a confirmation page that displays the updated address.

About Your Practice Location Address

The practice location address will display on the Internet and your license. Your practice location must be a physical location address and must not include a Post Office box. The mailing address will only display on the Internet if you have not provided a practice location address to us.

Establishment/Facility Name or Address

If the name or address change is for a facility that has changed location, a licensure application must be submitted. See your profession’s web page for additional information.

UPDATE ADDRESS BY MAIL: If you prefer to change your address by mail, please complete the Change of Address form. Written requests for address changes must include your name, profession, license number, old address, new address, date of birth, last four digits of your social security number, and your signature.

PROCESSING TIME: If you are submitting an address change request by mail, please allow 5-7 business days for processing. Online requests will be processed within 48 hours.

The Division of Medical Quality Assurance is now issuing electronic licenses, which enables you to download a PDF copy of your license within two business days. The license can be retrieved in the License Documents menu of your MQA Online Services Portal, https://mqa-vo.doh.state.fl.us/datamart/voservicesportal account. To learn more, please visit the electronic licensing webpage at https://flhealthsource.gov/electronic-licensing/.

Where would I file an appeal if I am disciplined by my licensing board?

At the following address:

Department of Health MQA
Agency Clerk’s Office
4052 Bald Cypress Way Bin CO1
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3251
I’m entering my Account Id and Password but I can’t get logged on. What’s the problem?

Please note that Account Id and Password are case-sensitive. You must enter the values exactly as they were provided. Use the "Shift" key to capitalize letters, not the "Caps Lock" key.

Can I change my password?

Yes. After you have successfully logged in, you can modify your password by selecting Update Login located on the side navigational menu.

Can I change my account User ID?

Yes. After you have successfully logged in, you can modify your account id by selecting Update Login located on the side navigational menu.

What if I want to change the status of my license during renewal?

The e-Renewal system will not allow you to change your status online. If you need to change your license status, you will be required to mail your renewal application and fee to the department for processing.

How do I know when I should renew my license?

The department will mail a renewal notification to your last known address at least 90 days prior to the expiration of your license. Your license also indicates the date it will expire.

Why doesn’t the Renew License link allow me to open it?

The Renew License link is only activated for practitioners who are in renewal. If you believe your license is in renewal and you do not have access to the online renewal system, please email the Department at licensure.services@doh.state.fl.us or call (850) 488-0595. Our Licensure Support Services staff is available to assist you Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern Time

What is the advantage of renewing my license online?

When you renew your license online, you will receive immediate confirmation that your renewal was received and processed successfully. In addition, online renewal allows you to use American Express, VISA, MasterCard or Discover to pay.

Who do I contact if I have additional questions?

If you have any questions about renewing your license, call (850) 488-0595. Our customer service staff is available to assist you Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern Time. (Excluding state holidays)

Why does my computer screen jump back to a previous page after I have already entered the data on the previous page and it does not submit my renewal request?

For Internet Explorer users, the security setting must be set to medium and cookies must be enabled. To set Internet Explorer to medium security follow the instructions below:

  •  Open Internet Explorer and select ‘Tools’ from the top menu bar.
  •  Select ‘Internet Options’ from the drop down list.
  •  Once the ‘Internet Options’ window appears, select the ‘Security’ tab.
  •  From the ‘Security’ tab window click on/select ‘Medium’.
  •  To enable cookies, use the same ‘Internet Options’ window and select the ‘Advanced’ tab.
  •  From the ‘Advanced’ tab window, press the down arrow on your keyboard until the words ‘Always Accept Cookies’ are highlighted and use the scroll bar and click on/select ‘Always Accept Cookies’.

Click ‘Apply’ and retry using the e-Renewal system.

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