Initial Licensing & Permitting

The state has developed a pathway to licensure for military members and military spouses. Individuals who believe they may meet the state law’s definition of a “military member” or a “military spouse” are encouraged to review the following laws:
NDCC ch. 43-51: specifically NDCC 43-51-01(2)(5)(6) and 43-51-11.1.

General anesthesia, deep sedation (DDS) permit must be renewed at time of license renewal.
Moderate parenteral or enteral sedation (DDS) must be renewed at time of license renewal.
Dermal fillers or botulinum toxin (DDS) must be renewed at time of license renewal.
Nitrous oxide inhalation analgesia (RDH or RDA) permit requires no renewal.
Local anesthesia (RDH) permit requires no renewal.
R estorative functions (RDH or RDA) permit requires no renewal.
Anesthesia assistant (RDH or RDA) permit requires no renewal.

New Administrative Rules take effect 10/1/2024.
Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Therapy: Upon application for license, proof of nitrous education is required to administer nitrous oxide inhalation therapy; a permit is not required. Dental hygienists and registered dental assistants are authorized to administer nitrous oxide inhalation therapy under indirect supervision.
Nitrous Oxide Inhalation Therapy - ONLINE COURSE
Dentists, dental hygienists, qualified and registered dental assistants are required to maintain current CPR. Online CPR courses must have a "hands-on" component or will not be not accepted.
All applicants are required to successfully complete the ND Ethics and Jurisprudence Examination. All licensees can take the exam and recieve 2 credits for completion of the online exam. No fee is required.
ID: In lieu of applications being notarized, the Board accepts current identification documents issued within the last five years. Acceptable ID means a valid driver's license, U.S. passport, or identification card issued by any branch of the armed forces of the United States. Attach a copy of the identification to your application.

GENERAL INFORMATION