The Dental Board of California licenses and regulates dentists, registered dental assistants, and registered dental assistants in extended functions. The Board assures the initial and continued competence of its licensees through licensure, investigation of complaints against its licensees, and discipline of those found in violation of the Dental Practice Act, monitoring licensees whose licenses have been placed on probation, and managing the Diversion Program for licensees whose practice may be impaired due to abuse of dangerous drugs or alcohol.
The Board’s objective is to protect and promote the health and safety of consumers in the State of California. To accomplish this objective, the Board must ensure that only those persons possessing the necessary education, examination and experience qualifications receive licenses; all licentiates obtain the required continuing dental education training; consumers are informed of their rights and how complaints may be directed to the Board; consumer complaints against licentiates are promptly, thoroughly and fairly investigated; and appropriate action is taken against licentiates whose care or behavior is outside of acceptable standards.
Mission: The Board’s mission is to protect and promote the oral health and safety of consumers of California consumers by ensuring the quality of dental health care within the State.
Vision:Â The Board will be a recognized leader in public protection, promotion of oral health, and access to care.
Values:
- Consumer Protection
- Professionalism
- Accountability
- Â Efficiency
- Fairness
- Diversity
Visit the Board’s website at: www.dbc.ca.gov or connect with the Board on Twitter.
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