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Licensing Information
For detailed information about the licensure or renewal process, select the type of license relevant to your profession or program from the list provided below. The Florida Board of Dentistry requires licensees to renew their licenses biennially to maintain the right to practice. The Board has made every effort to include all necessary information for both licensure and renewal processes on this website. Resources such as the Help Center, FAQs, and Resources page provide answers to frequently asked questions, along with access to links, forms, and applications. For additional assistance, including specific inquiries about the renewal process, you may contact a renewal specialist.
Florida law provides that an initial application must be reviewed within 30 days.
Below is the current number of days for initial review by license type. Any documents submitted after initial review will be updated within 10 business days of receipt.
Professions
Dentist
Dental Hygienist
Dental Radiographer
Anesthesia Permits
Sedation Permits for General Anesthesia
Sedation Permit for Pediatric Moderate Sedation
Sedation Permit for Moderate Sedation
Local Anesthesia for Dental Hygienists
Facilities & Programs
Dental Laboratory
Non-Profit Corporation Permit
Expanded Duties Programs
Out-of-State Telehealth Provider Registration
Health care practitioners with an out-of-state license or certification that falls under section 456.47(1)(b), F.S, qualify for an out-of-state telehealth provider registration number when they meet the following requirements:
