What does BOD mean in PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

The Board of Dentistry is responsible for regulating the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene in order to protect the public. The Board sets standards for licensure and enforces those standards, reviews applications for new licensees, provides education and training opportunities for licensees, investigates complaints against licensees, and holds hearings when necessary.

Any individual who has successfully completed college-level coursework in dental studies as well as any applicable practical requirements must submit an application to the Board of Dentistry before they are eligible to practice dentistry.

In order to become a dentist or dental hygienist, you must meet certain educational requirements including completion of college-level coursework in dental studies, certification by the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA), and successful passage of examinations provided by certifying bodies such as National Boards or Regional Boards.

Yes, all board-certified dentists are required to participate in continuing education activities every two years in order to maintain their professional skills and knowledge.

The Board regularly reviews its regulations with input from stakeholders such as consumers, licensed professionals, health care providers, educators, insurers and other interested parties at least once every two years.

Licensed dentists are responsible for providing quality patient care while adhering to ethical principles and respecting patients' rights. They must also comply with laws and regulations governing the practice of dentistry such as record keeping requirements and scope of practice guidelines.

Yes, depending on the severity of the violation, a dentist may be subject to disciplinary action including reprimands or even license revocation. The Board may also assess civil penalties or impose probationary terms on offenders.

When dealing with complaints against licensed professionals, it is important that due process is followed throughout each stage of investigation and resolution according to established rules and procedures set out by the Board. During investigations, both parties involved have access to relevant information that will help resolve disputes fairly.

Yes, all applicants have certain rights during a hearing before the Board including access to all relevant documents such as medical records or investigative reports; access to expert witnesses; cross examination; impartial consideration by members who adhere strictly to procedural fairness; participation in settlement negotiations; legal representation during proceedings; appeal options if dissatisfied with decision made; confidentiality protection where appropriate; prompt notice when decisions are rendered; written notification prior to commencement of hearing proceedings; voting privileges within committees which consider cases brought before them.

Yes - applicants may file appeals based on decisions rendered by either investigatory panels or full boards within 30 days after receiving notice about them.