If a dental license is revoked, what must the individual demonstrate to reapply?

When a dental license is revoked, the individual seeking to reapply must demonstrate that they are rehabilitated. Rehabilitation indicates that the individual has taken meaningful steps to address the underlying issues that led to the revocation of their license. This could involve various factors such as undergoing treatment for substance abuse, completing a prescribed program for professional standards, or otherwise proving a change in behavior and character that aligns with the ethical and professional standards of the dentistry field.

While improvements in conduct may be an aspect of rehabilitation, simply showing improvement is not sufficient by itself; the individual must fully demonstrate a comprehensive rehabilitation process that confirms they have rectified past behaviors and are capable of practicing dentistry safely and ethically.

Completing additional education can be part of the rehabilitation process, but it is not an automatic requirement nor does it alone prove that the necessary changes in behavior and judgment have been made. Continuing to practice after revocation would negate the purpose of reapplying, as the individual would still be in violation of practice laws. Thus, the core element of demonstrating rehabilitation is crucial for the reapplication process.