Use this map, or alphabetical list below, to find the dental licensing boards by state. Contact the board in your state if you need to verify the status of a dentist's license, view a history of possible violations, or to file a complaint about dental care you have received.
Review Date: November 05, 2012
American Association of Dental Boards
What should I look for when choosing a dentist? Among the dentist's recommendations, which treatments are absolutely necessary? How do I resolve disputes or complaints? Find answers to these and other frequently asked questions.
Review Date: February 22, 2012
American Dental Association
This document provides answers to frequently asked questions about dental board actions regarding licensed dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants.
Review Date: November 12, 2012
American Association of Dental Boards
Dental X-ray examinations provide valuable information that helps your dentist evaluate your oral health. If you have questions about your dental X-ray exam, talk with your dentist.
Review Date: November 12, 2012
American Dental Association
This American Dental Association (ADA) Member Directory is intended for use by the general public as a reference source of demographic and professional information on individual dentists in the United States.
Review Date: November 12, 2012
American Dental Association
Use this search engine to locate a periodontist (a dentist specializing in gum diseases). Your search option may be confined to zip code only or may be expanded to include city, province, state, or telephone area code.
Review Date: December 20, 2012
American Academy of Periodontology
These five questions address infection control practices a patient should look for in a dental office for assurance that the dentist and staff are taking proper precautions against cross-infection.
Review Date: November 12, 2012
Organization for Safety & Asepsis Procedures
Going to the dentist can be scary for kids. This fact sheet explains to children what happens at the dentist's office, cavities, cleaning and flossing, and more.
Review Date: November 12, 2012
The Nemours Foundation
This site provides a link for local services available in each state offering free, comprehensive dental care for individuals with special needs, including elderly, disabled, and medically compromised adults.
Review Date: February 01, 2013
National Foundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped
The American Dental Association (ADA) would like to assist consumers in making informed choices in selecting dental practitioners. This page provides links to helpful information on dental specialties.
Review Date: November 12, 2012
American Dental Association
