DentistGridUSA

North Carolina license verification

North Carolina Dentist License Lookup

Verify any North Carolina dentist's license through the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners. Confirm active status, license number, issue date, and any disciplinary history before booking care.

Dentists Near YouAccepting New PatientsBy City & StateMedicaid AcceptedVerified ListingsLocal Dental OfficesEmergency DentistTop RatedLicense LookupOpen Now

Page last reviewed: July 2026.

Official North Carolina dentist license lookup

The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners maintains the official license verification tool for dentists practicing in North Carolina.

Open the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners license lookup →

Step-by-step: verify a North Carolina dentist's license

  1. Open the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners license lookup.
  2. Enter the dentist's last name or license number.
  3. Filter by profession: Dentist (DDS or DMD).
  4. Review license status, issue and expiration dates, and any board actions.
  5. Confirm the dentist's name matches the practice website and the federal NPI Registry.

North Carolina specifics

North Carolina dentists are licensed by the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners, a standalone board that also credentials dental hygienists and dental assistants (I and II).

How to spot disciplinary actions in North Carolina

Board orders and consent agreements are published on the board's own site, separate from the basic license search result.

What to look for

  • Status: Active, Inactive, Expired, Suspended, or Revoked
  • License type: Dentist (DDS/DMD), dental specialty permit, or dental hygienist
  • Disciplinary actions: consent orders, probation, fines, or restrictions
  • Office address on file: match against the practice you plan to visit

Related pages

Disclaimer: DentistGrid is an informational directory and does not issue or verify professional licenses. Always confirm current license status with the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners directly.

Licensed dentists in North Carolina

23,554 listings nationwide · showing 30

See all

Listing data © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License. Always confirm details directly with the office.

For patients

Find local dental offices near you

Find a Dentist Near You→Search Dentists by Location→Compare Local Dental Offices→Check Dentist License→Find Dentists Accepting Medicaid→

For dentists

Grow your dental practice

Claim Your Practice Listing→Add Your Dental Office→Get Found by New Patients→Upgrade to Featured Listing→

Frequently asked questions

How do I verify a dentist's license in North Carolina?

Use the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners online license lookup. Search by the dentist's last name or license number, then review status, issue date, and any disciplinary actions.

Where is the official North Carolina dentist license lookup?

The official lookup is hosted by the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners at https://www.ncdentalboard.org/find-a-dentist.htm.

What does it mean if a North Carolina dentist's license is "inactive" or "expired"?

An inactive or expired license means the dentist is not currently authorized to practice in North Carolina. They cannot legally provide dental care until the license is renewed or reinstated.

Does North Carolina publish dentist disciplinary actions?

Yes. The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners publishes board orders and disciplinary actions on its website, and they appear on the licensee's record in the license lookup tool.

Is the federal NPI Registry the same as a North Carolina dental license?

No. The federal NPI Registry (NPPES) confirms a provider's federal identifier, but state licensure is what authorizes practice in North Carolina. Verify both for full confidence.

Related searches

Dentist license lookupHow to check a dental licenseDentists in North CarolinaAll U.S. state dental boardsNPPES explainedFind a dentist near you

Are you a dentist? Claim your profile.

Update hours, insurance, Medicaid, specialties, and photos — free forever.

Claim My ListingUpgrade My ProfileAdd My Dental Office