PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS FOR LICENSURE WITH ALL THE REQUIREMENTS ATTACHED MUST BE FORWARDED BY MAIL ONLY.  WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS SENT BY EMAIL.  APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE REVIEWED WHEN ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN SENT WITH THE APPLICATION FORM. WE WILL ACCEPT CERTIFICATES OF STANDING FROM OTHER JURISDICTIONS BY EMAIL.

Note: Both the Applications for General Licensure and Specialist's Certification must be completed and submitted together for the Specialist's Certification.

• Complete the Applications for General Licensure and the Specialist's Certification and have properly notarized by a Commissioner of Oaths, Justice of the Peace, Notary Public or a Lawyer.
• Copy of diploma from graduating school and/or Qualifying Program.
• Copy of the National Dental Examining Board of Canada Certificate.
• Provide Proof of CPR - Level C - AED - or higher - valid two years from the date of issuance. Training must be in person - Online traiing is not accepted.
• Provide proof that is satisfactory to the Board that the Applicant has engaged in the practice of dentistry for a minimum of 500 hours in the 3 years preceding the Applicant's application or otherwise satisfy the board of their ability to engage in the practice of dentistry. 
• A copy of your National Specialty Examining Board of Canada Certificate.
• Applicants to the NLDB who are or have been licensed to practise dentistry in another Canadian province or territory or any international jurisdiction must arrange to have a Certificate of Standing Form  submitted directly from the relevant regulatory authority to the NLDB as part of the process.Certificates of Standing are only valid for three months.
• Two letters of character reference from those other than family members and current within 1 year. Letters must be signed and dated. 
• Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status.
• Provide proof of Malpractice insurance; currently the Board requires that you carry at least $3 million
• New Graduates will only pay the Registration Fee of $250.00 for initial licensure.
• Licensing Fee for Specialists is $1,300.00 per full year; however, this fee may be prorated by quarter according to period of time requested, plus $250.00 Registration Fee.
• Membership in the Newfoundland & Labrador Dental Association is a requirement for licensure however there is a one-month grace period following registration with the NLDB. You may visit the NLDA website at  www.nlda.net for their fees and information. Also, you may email to [email protected]  or telephone 709-579-2362.