(a) A licensee against whom disciplinary action has been taken under the provisions of this article shall be afforded an opportunity to demonstrate the qualifications to resume practice. The application for reinstatement shall be in writing and subject to the procedures specified by the board by rule.
(b) A licensee who does not complete annual renewal, as specified herein and by the board by rule, and whose license has lapsed for one year or longer, shall make application for reinstatement as specified by the board by rule.
(c) The board, at its discretion and for cause, may require an applicant for reinstatement to undergo a physical and/or mental evaluation, at his or her expense, to determine whether the applicant is competent to practice dentistry or dental hygiene.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 30. Professions and Occupations
Article 4. West Virginia Dental Practice Act
§30-4-4. Board of Dental Examiners
§30-4-6. Rule-Making Authority
§30-4-7. Fees; Special Revenue Account; Administrative Fines
§30-4-8. License to Practice Dentistry
§30-4-9. Scope of Practice of a Dentist
§30-4-10. License to Practice Dental Hygiene
§30-4-11. Scope of Practice for a Dental Hygienist
§30-4-13. Board Authorizations Shall Be Displayed
§30-4-14. Dental Intern, Resident, or Teaching Permit
§30-4-16. Dental Corporations and Professional Limited Liability Companies
§30-4-18. Actions to Enjoin Violations
§30-4-19. Complaints; Investigations; Due Process Procedure; Grounds for Disciplinary Action
§30-4-20. Procedures for Hearing; Right of Appeal