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Call For Nominations

The current terms for three seats on the Kentucky Board of Dentistry will expire on June 30, 2026. Nominations are now open for two dentists and one dental hygienist to fill these positions. ​​Nominations will be accepted now through March 31. Nominees must be Kentucky residents who are actively practicing licensees in good standing with the board. See KRS 313.020 for more information.

Up to three candidates for each position will be forwarded to Gov. Beshear for consideration. If more than three qualified nominations exist for a board seat, an online election will be held in April. The governor will then select an appointee from the top three vote recipients. New board members will begin a four-year term on July 01, 2026.

For questions about serving on the Board of Dentistry or to make a nomination, contact Executive Director Jeff Allen at 502-429-7280 or jeffrey.allen@ky.gov. 

 

 

Managing Your KBD Account​​

The Board of Dentistry is using a new content management system this year, and licensees will need to set up an account. However, once an account is established, licensees will have access to a number of online services.

Steps to renew your dental license:

1.      Open the KBD Portal Page and log in to the Licensee Portal, using your email address and password. If you have not previously logged in, click on Reset Password to have a temporary one emailed to you. Please use the email address we have on file for you.

2.      Once logged in, select the License Renewal link on the left-hand navigation panel.

3.      On the License Renewal screen, click on the Start Renewal button​.

4.      Complete each renewal step and select Save & Continue to move forward until you reach the Payments page.

5.      On the Payments page, select the method of payment and click on the Process Payment button that appears.

6.      A confirmation will then be displayed indicating submission of your renewal. An email confirmation will also be automatically sent.

Steps to renew a specialty license and/or sedation permit:

1.      After renewing your dental license, select the Specialty Licenses, Permits & Registrations link on the left-hand navigation panel.

2.      Click the Renewal button to the right of your screen for the specialty license or sedation permit you wish to renew.

3.      Complete each renewal step and proceed in the same manner as you did for your license renewal.

4.      Repeat this process for any other licenses or permits listed that you wish to renew.

Steps to renew a sedation facility:

1.      Open the KBD Portal Page and log in to the Dental Facilities Portal using your email address and password. If you have not previously logged in, click on Reset Password to have a temporary one emailed to you. Please use the email address we have on file.

2.      Once logged in, select the Renew Registration link on the left-hand navigation panel.

3.      In the Facilities Portal, you will see a list of all sedation facilities, dental labs, and mobile dental facilities registered under your name. Only sedation facilities should be renewed at this time. On the Renew Registration screen, click on the Start Renewal button to the right of the listed facility you wish to renew.

4.      Complete each renewal step and select Save & Continue to move forward until you reach the Payments page.

5.      On the Payments page, select the method of payment and click on the Process Payment button that appears.

6.      A confirmation will then be displayed indicating submission of your renewal. An email confirmation will also be automatically sent.

7.      Repeat this process for any additional sedation facilities in need of renewal.​

After submitting your renewal:

To download a copy of your renewal license, select the Certificate link on the left-hand navigation panel and click on the Download button that appears.

To print a copy of your renewal receipt, select the Invoices & Receipts link on the left-hand navigation panel and click on the Review button for your invoice.

You can also return to the portal at any time to perform these tasks and several others, including updating your information, requesting formal documents, and more. 

 

 

New Applicant Status Updates

Click on the button below to download the status update for new dentist and dental hygienist license applicants.

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Welcome

​​​​​​​​​About the Board of Dentistry

The Kentucky Board of Dentistry is a state agency governed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. It's mission is to protect the public by licensing qualified dental health professionals and regulating the practice of dentistry through administration of the Dental Practice Act. The Board is self-supporting and receives no outside government appropriations. 

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