Dental Examiner Statutes, Rules & Resources

The Board of Dental Examiners, together with the Secretary of State’s Office of Professional Regulation (OPR), provide governance, oversight and enforcement for your profession. This page contains detailed information regarding applicable statutes and rules as well as additional resources.

Statutes & Rules

• Dental Examiners Administrative Rules (effective through 10/14/2025)
• Dental Examiners Administrative Rules (effective 10/15/2025)
• Dental Statutes
• Statutes Governing All Professions
• Procedures for Hybrid & Remote Hearings
• Rules for Assessment of Professional Credentials Obtained Outside the United States

Resources on Opioid Prescribing

• Dental Examiners Policy on the Use of Opioids in Treating Chronic Pain
• Department of Health Rule on Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain
• Required Continuing Education on Controlled Substances
• Vermont Prescription Monitoring System (VPMS)
• Prescriber’s Guide to Medicare Prescription Drug (Part D) Opioid Policies

Other Resources

• AADB - American Association of Dental Boards
• ADA - American Dental Association
• ADAA - American Dental Assistants Association
• ADHA - American Dental Hygienists Association
• DANB - Dental Assisting National Board
• VDAA - Vermont Dental Assistants Association
• VDHA - Vermont Dental Hygienists Association
• VSDS - Vermont State Dental Society

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• How do I request an official verification be sent from Vermont to another state?

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