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Texas Dental License

Dentists provide dental care and promote good health. It is a fulfilling career choice, which is always in high demand.

In the state of Texas, there are many good licensed professionals. Accordingly, you must obtain a license to become one of them. In addition to it, we have created this guide to ease the licensing process for you and make it as simple as possible.

Learn how to check a dentist’s credentials in Texas

If you want to verify a dentist in the state of Texas, then you should use this license lookup tool and fill in the blank spaces of required data. Once you are ready, click on the “search” button and the tool will provide you with information on the license, as well as licensee. You may also use TSBDE Dentists Search.

You may also conduct a license lookup through the online licensing system, by entering your User ID and Password. This way, you will be able to obtain necessary information on the Texas dental license, including its status and standing.

To clarify, the first tool is for the public and you do not need to login to an account to check the credentials of a dentist. The other one, on the other hand, is for those, who already hold a state license and want information regarding their licensure.

Learn how to renew your dental assistant license in Texas

In the state of Texas, registered dental assistants need to renew their dental licenses every two years. The Board will send you renewal postcards 60 days before the license is due to expire, telling you to renew the license.

You should go through this link, login to your account and follow the instructions for license renewal. If you do not have an account, then you must create one before starting the process. You will need to provide  an active email, registration number (RDA), Social Security Number, date of birth and a zip code.

In case you have problems with using the online system, you can request a paper renewal application and have it mailed to you.

Note that you must renew the Texas dental license before the date of expiration. Otherwise, you will need to pay a penalty (1-90 days late) and a second penalty (91-365 days late).

How to get a dental license in Texas

The major of a dentist is quite a responsible one, and you must meet some state requirements to become a licensed dentist. Those requirements ensure that a specialist can safely practice dentistry, promoting health and well-being.

Four steps to become a dentist in Texas

  • In the first place, you must attend and graduate from a dental school. It must be approved and accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA). Thereby, you will earn your Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree.
  • Secondly, you must take both parts (I, II) of the American Dental Association Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations.
  • Thirdly, you must pass a clinical examination administered by a regional examining board (within the last five years).
  • Finally, you must apply for the license and pay the $360 application fee.

Who licenses dentists in Texas?

The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners is responsible for the licensing, regulating and managing the licensure process for dentists. To put it plainly, the Board issues licenses only to qualified and skilled specialist.

The Board, thereby, contributes to the protection of public health and safety and encourages high quality and safe dental care.

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