21 NCAC 16B .1101. PROOF OF COMPETENCY

(a)  All applications for reinstatement shall be submitted on forms furnished by the Board at www.ncdentalboard.org and no application shall be deemed complete that does not set forth all the information required relative to the applicant. Incomplete applications shall be returned to the applicant.

(b)  The application for reinstatement shall be accompanied by:

(1)           the non-refundable reinstatement fee;

(2)           two letters of character reference from non-family members;

(3)           a current report from the National Practitioner Databank;

(4)           proof of completion of continuing education courses in clinical patient care from Board-approved sponsors, as defined in Rule 16R .0104 of this Chapter in amounts equal to the hours required for renewal of a dental license; and

(5)           a copy of current CPR card.

(c)  Applicants who are licensed in other states shall ensure that the Board receives verification of licensure from the board of each state in which they are licensed.

(d)  Applicants whose North Carolina license has been revoked, suspended, inactive or lapsed for more than one year shall submit to the Board a signed release form, completed Fingerprint Record Card, and such other form(s) required to perform a criminal history check.  The form and card are available from the Board office.

(e)  Applicants for reinstatement whose North Carolina license has been revoked, suspended, inactive or lapsed for two to five years may be required, at the Board's discretion, to take refresher courses on topics specified by the Board. Refresher courses may be required if the Board determines, based upon the facts of the case, that the applicant may lack skills or knowledge to practice dentistry competently.  Refresher courses for individuals whose licenses have been revoked or suspended shall relate to the deficiencies that led to the imposition of discipline.  Refresher courses for individuals whose licenses have been inactive or lapsed shall take into account the amount of time the license has been inactive or lapsed and the individual's level of experience.

(f)  Applicants seeking reinstatement of a North Carolina dental license that has been revoked, suspended, inactive or lapsed for more than five years must successfully pass the clinical examination given to first-time applicants before applying for reinstatement.

(g)  Any applicant who changes his or her address shall notify the Board office within 10 business days.

 

History Note:        Authority G.S. 90-30; 90-41;

Eff. September 1, 2014.