The Virginia Board of Dentistry consists of a 10-member Board, as well as administrative, enforcement, licensing, and support staff.
We regulate Dentist, Dental Hygienist, Dental Assistant II, Dental and Dental Hygienist Faculty, Dental and Dental Hygienist Temporary Permit, Restricted Volunteer, Dentist-Temporary Resident, Dentist Volunteer, Oral/Maxillofacial Surgeon, Cosmetic Procedure Certification, Mobile Dental Facility / Portable Dental Operation Registration, Moderate Sedation Permit, and Deep Sedation/General Anesthesia Permit.
Recent graduates, professionals licensed outside of Virginia, and those wanting to reinstate licenses.
The Department of Health Professions investigates complaints about Virginia healthcare practitioners who may have violated a regulation or law.
Looking for Continuing Education requirements for license renewal? Find out more here.
Scam Alert
The Virginia Board of Dentistry has learned of scammers attempting to defraud licensees across the state of Virginia by posing as Department of Health Profession Investigators and/or the Executive Director.
Botulinum toxin injections in general dentistry
SB1539 was passed and will be effective July 1, 2023. However, the bill requires that the Board of Dentistry create regulations, prior to a General Dentist administering botulinum toxin injections cosmetically.
Thu, Sep 12, 2024 3:00 PM
Nominating Committee Meeting
Board Room 1
Fri, Sep 13, 2024 9:00 AM
Board Business Meeting
Board Room 1
Fri, Oct 4, 2024 9:00 AM
Special Conference Committee A
Board Room 4
More information on the Dentistry Calendar Page.
Virginia Board of Dentistry
denbd@dhp.virginia.gov | Contact the Board
Jamie C. Sacksteder, Executive Director
Margaret F. Lemaster, RDH, Board President
