If you want to apply for a special permit in California related to dentistry, you need to meet certain requirements. First, you should have a job offer from a recognized California dental college as a professor. Next, you must have graduated from an approved dental school or completed an accredited dental program. Additionally, you need to either be certified by a dental specialty board or demonstrate that you're qualified to take such an exam. You also have to pass a California law and ethics test and, of course, pay the application fee.

This section defines key terms used in a related article about dental practices. 'Specialty' refers to a specific dental practice area recognized by both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the board. 'Discipline' describes a type of advanced dental education not officially recognized as a specialty by the ADA, but offered by approved dental colleges. Lastly, an 'Approved dental college' is identified as one approved by the ADA's Commission on Dental Accreditation, a body with reciprocal agreements, or the Dental Board of California through its own process.

This law governs special permits for practicing in dental disciplines at California dental colleges. It limits the number of these permits based on what the board can manage. If someone has had a special permit for at least seven years, they can sign a part-time contract with an approved California dental college, as long as they inform the board and submit their employment contract. Additionally, individuals holding a special permit can only practice one day a week at the college's faculty practice.

This law explains that a dentist who doesn't meet the regular eligibility requirements can be issued a special permit if they meet certain criteria. First, the dentist must have expertise in a specialty recognized by the board or be proven beneficial to a dental program by a dean. They need to provide their dental school transcript, a copy of their diploma, and a valid dental license. They also need to have a contract with a California dental college, approved by the board, for a faculty position. Evidence must show their importance to the school, and they can only be part of a limited number of special permits issued per school. Additionally, the dentist must pass a California law and ethics exam and pay an application fee.

This law allows people with special permits to work in their specialty field at specific dental colleges in California. They must file their employment contract with the board, which says their permit is revoked if their job ends. To keep working, they must pass a licensing exam. They can work full-time (at least four days a week) or part-time (up to three days a week) as professors. They must follow all rules for dentists, except their permit needs renewal every year.