Your Complete US Dental Licensing Roadmap

Submit your dental degree and transcripts to ADA CredStar for evaluation. Each state board also requires its own credential verification. TutorHealth guides you through every document requirement.

• ADA CredStar evaluation
• State board credential submission
• Transcript authentication (apostille)
• English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS)

Most international dentists pursue an Advanced Standing Program (ASP) at a US dental school to earn a US DDS/DMD — required by most states. A minority of states allow direct board eligibility. We'll identify your best path.

• Advanced Standing Program (2 years) — most common
• Direct board eligibility — select states only
• State-specific requirements (see /states)
• Immigration status assessment (visa type)

The Integrated National Board Dental Examination is required for licensure in all US states. TutorHealth's 12-week INBDE prep program has a 94% first-attempt pass rate.

• Biomedical sciences
• Clinical sciences
• Clinical judgment integration
• 400+ question practice bank

Clinical board exams test hands-on skills. Which exam you take depends on your target state: WREB (West), CRDTS (Central), SRTA (South), or ADEX (nationwide). We coach for all four.

• WREB — Western states
• CRDTS — Central states
• SRTA — Southern states
• ADEX — Available in most states

Each state has its own license application process, fees, and additional requirements (background checks, jurisprudence exams, etc.). TutorHealth prepares your application and tracks the timeline.

• License application submission
• Background check coordination
• Jurisprudence exam (most states)
• DEA registration guidance

TutorHealth connects you with DSOs, group practices, and private dental offices actively hiring internationally-trained dentists. Our job placement support has a 90%+ success rate.

• Resume and credential optimization
• Interview coaching
• DSO and group practice connections
• Private practice placement