What happens if a dental professional's license is automatically canceled due to failure to renew?

If a dental professional's license is automatically canceled due to failure to renew, they may be reinstated within a specific time frame, typically within a year, upon payment of a fee. This option aligns with the policies in many dental licensing boards, which allow professionals a chance to regain their license without having to undergo the entire application or educational processes again.

The reason behind this approach is to ensure that professionals maintain their skills and experience within a reasonable period. It acknowledges that failing to renew a license is often an administrative issue rather than a reflection of a professional's competency. By imposing a fee and a time limit, the board encourages compliance with renewal requirements while providing a pathway to reinstatement for those who may have inadvertently let their licenses lapse. This allows the dental professional to resume their practice after fulfilling the necessary conditions, thus avoiding the need for restarting their education or facing an indefinite prohibition on practice.