License: Dentist

Arkansas Department of Health Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners external site

101 East Capitol Ave.

Suite 111

Little Rock, AR 72201

(501) 682-2085

Dentists prevent, diagnose and treat diseases, injuries, and malformations of the teeth and gums. Dentists take x-rays, locate and restore teeth, straighten teeth and treat gum and mouth diseases. They extract teeth when necessary and perform laboratory work such as making dentures and inlays. If necessary, the dentist will administer an anesthetic to deaden pain before doing dental work. Dentists may perform corrective surgery to the teeth and gums, or clean teeth. Most dentists are general practitioners who provide many types of dental care, but some dentists specialize in the various fields of the profession. A license is required to practice Dentistry. Requirements: 1) Must be a graduate of a school for the education and training of dentists approved by the Board and accredited by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation. 2) Successful completion of the National Board Examination for Dentistry. 3) Satisfactory completion of the clinical dental examination given by a recognized testing agency. 4) Successful completion of Arkansas Jurisprudence Exam over Arkansas dental laws. 5) Complete criminal background checks required. 6) Must have current healthcare provider level cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification. Written and clinical examinations required. Application: $150.00, Renewal fee (every 2 years): $300.00