§ 4–311
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health Occ. § 4-311 (2026)
Title 4. Dentistry
Subtitle 3. Licensing
§ 4–311LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The Board shall reinstate a general license to practice dentistry, a teacher’s license to practice dentistry, a general license to practice dental hygiene, or a teacher’s license to practice dental hygiene that is expired only if the licensee:
(1)
Meets the renewal and reinstatement requirements set by rule and regulation of the Board; and
(2)
Pays to the Board a reinstatement fee set by the Board.
(b)
(1)
Beginning October 1, 2027, the Board shall require a criminal history records check in accordance with § 4–302.2 of this subtitle for:
(i)
License renewal applicants as determined by regulations adopted by the Board; and
(ii)
Each former licensee who files for reinstatement after failing to renew a license.
(2)
The Board may not renew or reinstate a license if the criminal history record information required under § 4–302.2 of this subtitle has not been received.