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We are excited to share some great news! Starting January 1, 2025, the licensing fees associated with these 9 boards are decreasing. This adjustment reflects our ongoing commitment to providing value and support to our licensees at the lowest cost possible.
We know you work hard to maintain the highest standards in your profession, and we’re thrilled to be able to reduce costs for you while continuing to provide exceptional services and support.
UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION
Step 1: Log into DOPL Online Services.
Step 2: Select the More… tab.
Step 3: Find the Name and Addresses panel.
Step 4: Select the appropriate change link.
Step 5: Enter changes needed and any supporting documentation required and submit the request.
INDIVIDUAL NAME CHANGES
The individual name that appears on your license/registration must be your legal name. If it is not, you need to update your record by completing the Online Services Change Name request and submitting it with the proper documentation (A certified copy of a marriage license, divorce decree, or court document noting name change) to the Division.
Once the Change Name request is approved, a new license certificate will be issued.
ADDRESS CHANGES
Every record at the Division contains two addresses. To change your personal mailing address select Manage Address. This is the address used by the Board and Division staff to send correspondence to you. This address is not a public record.
Step 1: Select “Yes” to the question if you need to update your mailing address.
Step 2: Make the necessary changes and select “Next and then “Submit”.
PHONE NUMBER & E-MAIL ADDRESS
Complete the Online Services Manage Contact Information to update phone and e-mail addresses.
FORMS
RESOURCES
Board of Dentistry Delegated Authority
LINKS and OTHER INFORMATION
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2025
Board of Dentistry (BOD)
Interprofessional Advisory Committee on Lifestyle Injectables (IACLI)
2024
Board of Dentistry (BOD)
2023
Board of Dentistry (BOD)
2022
Board of Dentistry (BOD)
Please note that the minutes are a draft until approved by the Board. For minutes prior to the dates listed, please contact the State Board of Dentistry.
AGENDA
Meeting Dates and Agendas are located on the Division’s Calendar.
Title 54 – Professions, Vocations & Businesses: Chapter 9 Dentists
Title 54 – Professions, Vocation, and Businesses: Chapter 57 – Idaho Virtual Care Access Act
Title 37 – Food Drugs & Oil: Chapter 27 – Uniform Controlled Substance Act
Title 67 – State Government & State Affairs Chapter: 26 – Department of Self Governing Agencies
Agency policy statements and guidance documents shall not have the force and effect of law pursuant to section 67-5207A, Idaho Code.
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24.31.01, Rules of the Idaho State Board of Dentistry
24.31.01, Rules of the Idaho State Board of Dentistry
24.31.01, Rules of the Idaho State Board of Dentistry
Please contact us with any questions via email HP-Licensing@dopl.idaho.gov or phone (208) 334-3233.
Fraud Alert: We have been made aware of fraudulent emails and phone calls that appear to come from our office but are actually from scammers. Please know that DOPL will not call or email you to request payments, Social Security numbers, or any other sensitive personal information. If you are uncertain whether a communication is legitimate, please hang up or ignore the message. You can verify your license/registration details by logging into your account at edopl.idaho.gov or contact us directly at our main line 208-334-3233.
AWARxE – Individual PDMP Account
PMP Clearinghouse – Daily Pharmacy Dispensation Reporting Requirement Applicable to:
ID PSRS – Idaho Practitioner Sales (Monthly) Reporting – Applicable to:
PMP Gateway – Statewide Integration
Integration of electronic health records (EHR) and Idaho pharmacy Electronic Medical Records (EMR) management systems. Integration is not mandatory. PDMP data is always accessible through the PDMP web portal.
Additional Resources:
Opioid Prescribing Guidelines and the Use of the Idaho Prescription Drug Monitoring Database
Echo Idaho – Use of the Prescription Monitoring Program and Board of Pharmacy Metrics
Questions?
For more information on Diversion or the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program email PDMP@dopl.idaho.gov to inquire.
Application fees are not refunded. A license shall not be issued or renewed unless fees have been paid. License fees are prorated from date of initial licensure to the next successive license renewal date. The application fees and license fees are as follows:
Active License | |
DENTIST/DENTAL SPECIALIST | |
APPLICATION FEE | $300 |
LICENSE FEE | $280 |
RENEWAL FEE | $280 |
LATE FEE | $50 |
DENTAL HYGIENIST | |
APPLICATION FEE | $150 |
LICENSE FEE | $130 |
RENEWAL FEE | $130 |
LATE FEE | $50 |
SEDATION PERMIT | |
APPLICATION FEE | $225 |
LICENSE FEE | $225 |
RENEWAL FEE | $225 |
Coming soon…
Q: Can I make a presentation at a Board Meeting?
A: If you want to request time to present at a board meeting, you can e-mail the Executive Officer with a request to be on the agenda.
All documents must be submitted 6 weeks prior to the date of the board meeting. The board chair will then consider your request and the board chair’s decision will be final.
The deadline does not apply to comments or requests related to rule-making; such deadlines are set forth in the Administrative Procedures Act and reiterated in the Board’s notices published in the Administrative Bulletin.
If you are an applicant or licensee involved in disciplinary matters, please work with the relevant program manager.
Q: Where do I find the FAQs for prescriber mandatory checking of controlled substances?
A: please see PRESCRIBER MANDATORY CHECKING FAQ.
Q: How do I check my application status?
A: Application status may be verified by clicking on the link here.
Q: I have let my license lapse, what must I do to activate that license?
A: A license that has been lapsed less than two years may be reinstated upon submission of a completed Application for Reinstatement of Canceled License together with the payment. If a license has been lapsed for more than two years, contact the Board of Dentistry.
Q: What are the requirements for dental hygienists continuing education?
A: All active status dental hygienists will be required to report thirty (30) hours of continuing education during the biennial renewal period. This is an increase of six (6) total hours every two years.
Q: Are dentists required to report a continuing education credit related to opioid prescribing?
A: All active status dentists were previously required to report one (1) continuing education credit related to opioid prescribing during their biennial renewal. Under the Board of Dentistry’s current rules, this is no longer a requirement.
The Board of Dentistry still recommends education regarding safe opioid prescribing to be valuable for all dentists and dental specialists in Idaho who prescribe opioids. The Idaho Board of Dentistry in conjunction with the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, the Idaho Board of Pharmacy, and the Idaho Board of Medicine have developed a video, “Opioid Prescribing Guidelines and Use Of the Idaho Prescription Drug Monitoring Program” for your benefit.
Q: How do I request license verification?
Each
state requires different forms of certification of licensure. Please check with
the state where you are applying to see what is required before requesting
certification from Idaho. Certifications can be obtained two ways from Idaho, both through your Online Services account, they can be found under the
“Menu” option once logged into your account:
| Name | Position | Expiration | Original Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret (Meg) Long-Woodhouse | Hygienist | February 1, 2026 | October 7, 2014 |
| Daniel Kener | Consumer Member | February 1, 2026 | March 4, 2021 |
| Newell Tyler Elison | Dentist | February 1, 2026 | March 4, 2021 |
| Erin G Leavitt | Dentist | February 1, 2027 | February 11, 2022 |
| Jason J King | Dentist | February 26, 2029 | July 7, 2022 |
| Eric W Nelson | Oral Surgeon/Dentist | February 1, 2028 | September 21, 2023 |
| Jennifer L Andrews-Kelly | Hygienist | February 1, 2029 | June 10, 2024 |
| Kyle B Christensen | Dentist at Large | February 1, 2030 | June 9, 2025 |
If you have questions about a profession/board, please contact them directly.
