Guide to Obtaining a Dental License in New York

General Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old
• Be of good moral character
• Graduate from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) accredited dental school
• Pass the National Board Dental Examination (NBDE) Parts I and II or the Integrated National Board Dental Examination (INBDE)
• Pass a clinical examination accepted by the New York State Board for Dentistry

Pathways to Licensure

1. Examination Pathway

• Complete all general requirements
• Pass one of the following clinical exams:
• American Board of Dental Examiners (ADEX) dental exam
• North East Regional Board (NERB) dental exam (if taken before 2020)
• Complete at least 60 hours of approved continuing education
• Submit a completed application with required documentation and fees

2. Licensure by Endorsement

For dentists licensed and practicing in another state:

• Have an active license in good standing from another state for at least two years
• Have completed at least 6,500 hours of professional practice within the past five years
• Pass the New York State Jurisprudence Examination
• Complete at least 60 hours of approved continuing education
• Submit a completed application with required documentation and fees

3. Limited Licensure

For dentists participating in dental residency programs:

• Be accepted into a New York dental residency program
• Submit a completed application with required documentation and fees
• License is valid only for the duration of the residency program and at the specified facility

4. Restricted Dental Faculty License

For dentists teaching in dental schools:

• Be appointed as a full-time faculty member at a New York State dental school
• Have a dental degree from an accredited program
• Have at least two years of satisfactory practice or have completed an accredited advanced dental education program
• Submit a completed application with required documentation and fees

Application Process

1. Create an account and complete the online application through the New York State Education Department (NYSED) Office of the Professions
2. Submit required documents:

• Official transcripts from dental school
• NBDE or INBDE scores
• Clinical examination scores
• Proof of completion of required continuing education
• Verification of other state licensure (if applicable)

1. Pay the application and licensing fees
2. Pass the New York State Jurisprudence Examination
3. Provide fingerprints for a criminal background check

Maintaining Licensure

• Renew registration every three years
• Complete 60 hours of continuing education in each three-year registration period
• Maintain current CPR certification

Additional Requirements

• Child Abuse Identification and Reporting coursework (one-time requirement)
• Infection Control Training (to be renewed every four years)

For the most up-to-date information, contact the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions or visit their official website.