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Virginia Dentist License Lookup

Verify any Virginia dentist's license through the Virginia Board of Dentistry. Confirm active status, license number, issue date, and any disciplinary history before booking care.

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Page last reviewed: July 2026.

Official Virginia dentist license lookup

The Virginia Board of Dentistry maintains the official license verification tool for dentists practicing in Virginia.

Open the Virginia Board of Dentistry license lookup →

Step-by-step: verify a Virginia dentist's license

  1. Open the Virginia Board of Dentistry 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.

Virginia specifics

Virginia dentists are licensed by the Board of Dentistry under the Department of Health Professions (DHP), and searched through DHP's License Lookup tool covering most regulated health professions.

How to spot disciplinary actions in Virginia

DHP's lookup flags any public order directly on the record; full case documents are hosted separately on the board's enforcement page.

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

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Disclaimer: DentistGrid is an informational directory and does not issue or verify professional licenses. Always confirm current license status with the Virginia Board of Dentistry directly.

Licensed dentists in Virginia

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Frequently asked questions

How do I verify a dentist's license in Virginia?

Use the Virginia Board of Dentistry 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 Virginia dentist license lookup?

The official lookup is hosted by the Virginia Board of Dentistry at https://dhp.virginiainteractive.org/Lookup/Index.

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

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

Does Virginia publish dentist disciplinary actions?

Yes. The Virginia Board of Dentistry 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 Virginia dental license?

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

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