Missouri Code of State Regulations
Title 20 - DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE AND INSURANCE
Division 2110 - Missouri Dental Board
Chapter 2 - General Rules
Section 20 CSR 2110-2.090 - Certification of Dental Specialists

Universal Citation: 20 MO Code of State Regs 2110-2.090

Current through Register Vol. 49, No. 6, March 15, 2024

PURPOSE: This rule identifies specialities recognized by the Missouri Dental Board and the requirements and procedures applicants must fulfill prior to being certified as a dental specialist.

(1) In order to qualify for certification as a specialist in endodontics, oral pathology, oral and maxillofacial radiology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, public health, or any other area of specialty recognized by the Americandental Association, the applicant shall submit to the board the appropriate application fee, submit a completed application form as defined in section (2) of this rule, and fulfill the following requirements:

(A) Is a currently licensed dentist in Missouri; and

(B) Is a current diplomate of an American specialty board recognized by the Americandental Association; or

(C) Is a graduate of an accredited specialty training program accredited by the Council on Dental Accreditation.

(2) To apply for a specialty certificate, each applicant shall submit the following:

(A) A completed application form provided by the board;

(B) A nonrefundable application fee as specified in 20 CSR 2110-2.170 payable to the Missouri Dental Board;

(C) A two-inch by three-inch (2" x 3") photograph or passport photograph taken no more than six (6) months prior to the application date;

(D) An official copy of his/her educational transcript from the accredited specialty training program. Transcripts must be sent directly to the board from the accredited specialty training program, if applicable;

(E) Written verification of diplomate status sent directly from his/her American specialty board, if applicable; and

(F) Each application must be completed within one (1) year from the date of submission to the board. If not completed, the application becomes invalid and a new application process must begin.

*Original authority: 332.031, RSMo 1969, amended 1981, 1993, 1995 and 332.171, RSMo 1969, amended 1981, 1983, 2004.

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