Colorado Dental Applications and Forms
Dentist
Dentist Applications, Instructions and Forms:
The following applications are available by logging on to the DPO Online Services system. There you can apply for an initial license, Reinstate an Expired license, Renew your license, update your contact information, review the progress of your application and much more. Instructions on how to create an account or sign in to an existing account are available on the system:
- Dentist - Initial License by Examination or Endorsement Method
- Dentist - Reinstatement of an Expired license
- Dentist - Renewal
The following applications and forms are available by downloading the document from the links below, completing the form and mailing it to the Division with the appropriate fee, if applicable. All fees and mailing instructions are available on the respective applications and forms:
Academic Dentist
Academic Dentist Applications, Instructions and Forms:
The following applications are available by logging on to the DPO Online Services system. There you can apply for an initial license, Reinstate an Expired license, Renew your license, update your contact information, review the progress of your application and much more. Instructions on how to create an account or sign in to an existing account are available on the system:
- Academic Dentist - Initial License by Original Method
- Academic Dentist - Reinstatement of an Expired license
- Academic Dentist - Renewal
The following applications and forms are available by downloading the document from the links below, completing the form and mailing it to the Division with the appropriate fee, if applicable. All fees and mailing instructions are available on the respective applications and forms:
Dental Anesthesia Permits for Dentists and Academic Dentists
Dental Anesthesia Permit Applications, Instructions and Forms:
The following applications are available by logging on to the DPO Online Services system. There you can apply for an initial license, Reinstate an Expired license, Renew your license, update your contact information, review the progress of your application and much more. Instructions on how to create an account or sign in to an existing account are available on the system:
- Dental Anesthesia - Initial Approval to Administer Anesthesia
- Deep Sedation/General Anesthesia (GEN)
- Minimal Sedation (MINS)
- Moderate Sedation (MODS)
The following applications and forms are available by downloading the document from the links below, completing the form and mailing it to the Division with the appropriate fee, if applicable. All fees and mailing instructions are available on the respective applications and forms:
- Dental Anesthesia - Renewal to Administer Anesthesia
- Dental Anesthesia - Reinstatement to Administer Anesthesia
- Inspector Report - Deep Sedation/General Anesthesia
- Inspector Report - Moderate Sedation
- Inspector Report - Office Inspection Only
- For Dentists that contract anesthesia administration out to non-dentists.
Dental Hygienist
Dental Hygienist Applications, Instructions and Forms:
The following applications are available by logging on to the DPO Online Services system. There you can apply for an initial license, Reinstate an Expired license, Renew your license, update your contact information, review the progress of your application and much more. Instructions on how to create an account or sign in to an existing account are available on the system:
- Dental Hygienist - Initial License by Examination or Endorsement Method
- Dental Hygienist - Reinstatement of an Expired license
- Dental Hygienist - Renewal
The following applications and forms are available by downloading the document from the links below, completing the form and mailing it to the Division with the appropriate fee, if applicable. All fees and mailing instructions are available on the respective applications and forms:
Dental Therapist
Dental Therapist Applications, Instructions and Forms:
The following applications are available by logging on to the DPO Online Services system. There you can apply for an initial license, Reinstate an Expired license, Renew your license, update your contact information, review the progress of your application and much more. Instructions on how to create an account or sign in to an existing account are available on the system:
- Dental Therapist - Initial License by Examination Method
- Dental Therapist - Reinstatement of an Expired license
- Dental Therapist - Renewal
The following applications and forms are available by downloading the document from the links below, completing the form and mailing it to the Division with the appropriate fee, if applicable. All fees and mailing instructions are available on the respective applications and forms:
Dental Hygienist/Therapist Permits
Dental Hygienist/Therapist Permit Applications, Instructions and Forms:
The following applications are available by logging on to the DPO Online Services system. There you can apply for an initial license, Reinstate an Expired license, Renew your license, update your contact information, review the progress of your application and much more. Instructions on how to create an account or sign in to an existing account are available on the system:
- Local Anesthesia - Initial Approval to Administer Local Anesthetics
- For Dental Hygienists and Dental Therapists.
- Interim Therapeutic Restorations - Initial Approval to Place Interim Therapeutic Restorations
- For Dental Hygienists.
The following applications and forms are available by downloading the document from the links below, completing the form and mailing it to the Division with the appropriate fee, if applicable. All fees and mailing instructions are available on the respective applications and forms:
Communication from the Division: The Division of Professions and Occupations primary communication is via email. Please be sure to include your current email address on your application to receive important information about your application status and process.
License Expiration Bump Period for New Applicants: All new applicants who are issued a license within 120 days of the upcoming renewal expiration date will be issued a license with the next expiration date.
License Renewal Information: All licenses, certificates and registrations must be renewed to continue practicing. View your expiration date by logging onto your DPO Online Services Account. Please note that renewals open approximately 4-5 weeks prior to the expiration date.
- All Dentist, Academic Dentist, Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist licenses expire on February 28 of even-numbered years (February 29 during leap years).
- All Dental Anesthesia Permits (GEN, MINS, MODS) expire 5 years from the date of issuance and the permit holder must have an active Dentist or Academic Dentist license.