§ 33-15-109 — Renewal license certificate

(a) On or before December 31 of every second year, each
dentist licensed to practice dentistry in this state and wishing
to continue in the practice of dentistry shall submit a license
renewal application with the applicable renewal fee. Any
license granted by the board shall expire if the holder fails to
secure the renewal certificate within three (3) months after the
date that the license renewal application is required to be
submitted.
(b) Any dentist whose application for renewal indicates
that the dentist has not actively practiced dentistry or engaged
in teaching dentistry or dental hygiene for the preceding five
(5) years shall be issued a renewal certificate only after
demonstrating to the board that the dentist has maintained the
qualifications set forth in this act. The board may require
reexamination if it finds good cause to believe that the person
has not maintained the professional ability and knowledge
required of an original licensee.
(c) The board may set continuing education requirements
for renewal certificates and relicensure certificates. The board
shall require three (3) hours of continuing education related to
the responsible prescribing of controlled substances every two
(2) years.