Contacts
Board of Registration in Dentistry
The Details
What you need
Application attachments
Documentation of BLS certification
- Current certification in the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Educational and training qualifications
- Completion of a course of study in the administration of local anesthesia that complies with 234 CMR 6.16 and is CODA-accredited
- Coursework in the administration of local anesthesia must be completed within 2 years of your permit application
- A passing score on the CDCA local anesthesia written exam
If you have a permit from or administered local anesthesia in another jurisdiction
If you've administered local anesthesia in another jurisdiction or have a local anesthesia permit issued by another state licensing board, you may be eligible for a permit by credentials.
In addition to the above attachments, you will need to include:
- An attestation from a dentist who supervised you administering local anesthesia within the previous 2 years
- The attestation cannot be completed by a dental hygiene school faculty member
Fees
- All payments are processed online only
- All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist Local Anesthesia Permit (Permit L) | $30 | each |
How to apply
Go to the Health Professions Licensing Portal and create an account, or log into your existing account. If this is your first time using this new portal, please visit Health Professions Licensing System User Guide.
Next steps
After obtaining your permit
Your permit may be used only in a dental practice possessing the appropriate Facility Permit. Only one licensed dentist at the facility is allowed to hold the facility permit (often the owner or dental director).
If you have questions, please contact the Board.
Contact
Address
250 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02108
Phone
Fax
(617) 973-0980