Members serve for four years.
The board examines and licenses dentists, seven dental specialities, and dental hygienists. It issues anesthesia permits and certifies dental assistants in radiologic proficiency and expanded functions. The board investigates alleged violations of the Dental Practices Act and may discipline violators, including revoking or suspending aa license. The board also provides education and information regarding the Dentaal Practices Act. The Board adopts rules necessary for examination and regulation of the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene, and auxilliary personnel.