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12 Dec 2024

More flexible English language pathways for practitioners registering in Australia

Key points National Boards’ English language skills registration standard has been revised to improve flexibility for applicants while keeping the public safe. The number of recognised countries has expanded, easing the red tape for practitioners relocating to Australia from those nations. The expansion is included in an advance copy of the revised Registration standard: English Language Skills which is due to come into effect by April 2025. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia has also published its updated profession-specific English Language Skills registration standard. Any changes to the standard have been made with public safety as the paramount concern.
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11 Dec 2024

Newsletter from the National Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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03 Dec 2024

Dentist banned for having sexual relationship with patient

A dentist in Western Australia has had his registration cancelled and been disqualified from applying for registration for two years for having a sexual relationship with a patient, as well as inappropriate self-prescribing, poor record keeping and breaching patient confidentiality.
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29 Oct 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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07 Oct 2024

2024 registration renewal for dental practitioners is open

Dental practitioners are invited to renew their general, specialist or non-practising registration.
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19 Sep 2024

Newsletter from the National Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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18 Sep 2024

Dental Board of Australia sets fee for 2024/25

The Dental Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have announced an increase in the annual registration fee for dental practitioners for 2024/25.
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16 Sep 2024

Graduates finishing their studies can apply for registration now

If you’re studying to become a dental practitioner and are about to finish your course, you can apply for registration now.
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22 Aug 2024

Applying your code of conduct to evolving technologies - AI in healthcare

Are you using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your practice?
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07 Aug 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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01 Aug 2024

Good virtual care practices

Over 25% of Australians have had at least one telehealth consultation for their own health in the last 12 months. 1
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13 Jun 2024

Dentist fined $30,000 for practising without registration

A WA dental practitioner has been convicted and fined $30,000 for continuing to practise after allowing his registration to lapse.
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04 Jun 2024

Have your say on the draft Criminal history registration standard and supporting materials

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards invite you to have your say on the draft Criminal history registration standard (the criminal history standard) and supporting documents.
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27 May 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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16 May 2024

Newsletter from the National Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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07 May 2024

Dental Board urges compliance with advertising rules amid increase in patients accessing super to fund dental care

The Dental Board of Australia is concerned about growing reports of dental practitioners encouraging patients to access superannuation to fund dental care.
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06 Mar 2024

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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22 Jan 2024

Call for applications - appointment to national committees of the Dental Board of Australia

Contribute to the regulation of dental practitioners in Australia!
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2023

05 Dec 2023

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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27 Nov 2023

Consultation begins on new guidelines for non-surgical cosmetic procedures, including dental

27 Nov 2023

Have your say on draft guidelines for practitioners who perform and who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures

Ahpra and the National Boards are consulting on three documents related to the regulation of registered health practitioners who perform and who advertise non-surgical cosmetic procedures.
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09 Nov 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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27 Oct 2023

Former Northern Territory dentist to pay $100,000 in costs, disqualified for five years

04 Oct 2023

Online renewal for dental practitioners is now open

Dental practitioners are invited to renew their general, specialist, or non-practising registration.
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20 Sep 2023

Dental Board of Australia sets fee for 2023/24

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have announced changes in the annual registration fee for dental practitioners for 2023/24.
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18 Sep 2023

Graduates finishing study in the next three months can apply for registration now

If you’re studying to become a dental practitioner and are due to finish your course in the next three months, you can apply for registration now.
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29 Aug 2023

Victorian dentist disqualified for nine months for substandard clinical care

A tribunal has reprimanded and disqualified a dentist from registration for nine months for substandard clinical care that amounted to professional misconduct.
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28 Aug 2023

Cosmetic procedures by dental practitioners are not without risk

Practitioners and patients are urged to exercise caution when considering dental procedures undertaken for cosmetic purposes.
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25 Aug 2023

Dentist reprimanded for professional misconduct involving scheduled medicines

A Queensland dentist has been reprimanded by a tribunal for professional misconduct involving scheduled medicines.
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22 Aug 2023

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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03 Aug 2023

Have your say on the criminal history standard for registered health practitioners

Australia’s health practitioner regulator wants to hear from the community as it begins to review the national standard that sets the bar for criminal history for our registered health practitioners.
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20 Jul 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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26 Jun 2023

Ahpra and National Boards release social research results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the Dental Board of Australia have released results from surveys of practitioners’ sentiment and perceptions about our role and work.
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20 Jun 2023

Dentist reprimanded for professional misconduct

A South Australian tribunal has found a dentist guilty of professional misconduct for falsifying medical certificates.
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26 Apr 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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26 Apr 2023

National Board now accepting additional English language tests

The National Boards who recognise the test pathway have agreed to accept additional English language tests to provide further flexibility to applicants applying for registration.
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21 Apr 2023

Easy English information about the shared Code of conduct is now available

New Easy English information about the shared Code of conduct is now available. The easier to understand information will help people who find it hard to read and understand English know what standards of conduct they can expect from a registered health practitioner.
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17 Apr 2023

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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20 Mar 2023

Dental Board celebrates World Oral Health Day

Today, the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) joins dental practitioners and communities around the world to celebrate World Oral Health Day.
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07 Feb 2023

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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12 Jan 2023

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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11 Jan 2023

Dental Board publishes updated list of recognised overseas qualifications

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has updated the list of recognised overseas qualifications that make overseas qualified dental practitioners eligible to apply for registration in Australia.
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2022

16 Dec 2022

Public consultation on review of National Scheme accreditation arrangements

The National Boards and Ahpra are reviewing the current accreditation arrangements for the national health practitioner regulatory scheme to prepare for the next period to mid-2029.
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16 Dec 2022

Dental practitioners invited to complete social research survey

Dental practitioners are being invited to share their thoughts on how the profession is regulated.
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24 Nov 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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22 Nov 2022

Health workforce boosted in another challenging year

There are now more registered health practitioners in every state and territory according to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and National Boards 2021/22 Annual report.
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08 Nov 2022

Dental Board publishes position statement on Minamata Convention on Mercury

The Dental Board of Australia has published a position statement on the Minamata Convention on Mercury. The position statement is available on the Board’s website.
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25 Oct 2022

Dentist disqualified for professional misconduct

A former registered Victorian dentist has been reprimanded and disqualified from applying for registration until April 2023 for professional misconduct.
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04 Oct 2022

Online renewal for dental practitioners is now open

Dental practitioners have until 30 November 2022 to renew their general or non-practising registration on time.
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03 Oct 2022

Are you up to date with your CPD? Three-year cycle ends in November

The CPD cycle ends on 30 November 2022 – are you on track to meet the requirement?
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23 Sep 2022

Practitioners opt in to extend their registration on the pandemic sub-register

1,792 practitioners remain registered on the pandemic sub-register for another year, continuing to support the health system.
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21 Sep 2022

Dental Board of Australia registration fee frozen for 2022/23

The Dental Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have announced the annual registration fees for dental practitioners for 2022/23.
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12 Sep 2022

Registration now open for graduates set to finish study in next three months

Graduates set to complete their course in the next three months can take the first step in their new health career by applying for registration now.
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24 Aug 2022

Practitioners on the sub-register can opt in to extend their registration

Practitioners on the pandemic response sub-register who are currently practising can now opt in to extend their temporary registration so they can continue supporting the health system.
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16 Aug 2022

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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28 Jul 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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22 Jul 2022

Extension: temporary acceptance of additional English language tests

National Boards are now accepting the TOEFL iBT® Home Edition test for applications received until 21 February 2023.
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13 Jul 2022

Have your say on the English language skills registration standards – public consultation opens today

Public consultation on the English language skills registration standards opens today. National Boards are inviting practitioners, community members, employers, education providers and other stakeholders to have their say.
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12 Jul 2022

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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01 Jul 2022

Infection prevention and control resources in effect

The Dental Board of Australia’s (the Board) new infection control and prevention resources come into effect today.
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29 Jun 2022

Code of conduct for dental practitioners in effect today

The revised Code of conduct (the code) for dental practitioners comes into effect today with resources to help practitioners understand and apply the code also published.
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21 Jun 2022

Specialist registration granted on appeal

A tribunal has granted specialist registration to a practitioner on appeal.
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15 Jun 2022

New infection prevention and control resources: advance copies available

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has published advance copies of resources that will replace the Guidelines on infection control (the guidelines). The Board is encouraging practitioners to familiarise themselves with the resources before they come into effect on 1 July.
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11 May 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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06 Apr 2022

Advance copy: Revised Code of conduct for 12 professions

Twelve National Boards have published an advance copy of their revised shared Code of conduct (the code) and are encouraging practitioners to familiarise themselves with it before it comes into effect on 29 June 2022.
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06 Apr 2022

2021 pandemic response sub-register gets a boost

More than 20,000 health practitioners are now on the 2021 pandemic response sub-register after practitioners on the 2020 sub-register opted in to extend their temporary registration.
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29 Mar 2022

What needs to change to make cosmetic surgery safer for patients?

With an independent review into cosmetic surgery underway, Taking care takes a look at this booming sector and the particular challenges for patients in making safer choices about cosmetic surgery.
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10 Mar 2022

What do students need to know about dental practitioner regulation?

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has updated a useful vodcast for dental students. It encourages all students, education providers and new graduates to take a look.
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09 Mar 2022

Infection control review outcome: Board develops contemporary resources to help practitioners

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) is shifting from formal Guidelines on infection control (the guidelines) to supporting practitioners with resources and tools to help them continue practicing safely, coming into effect on 1 July 2022.
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01 Feb 2022

Supervised practice framework in effect

The Supervised practice framework (the framework), developed by the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) along with 12 other National Boards1 and Ahpra, is in effect from today.
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27 Jan 2022

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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2021

22 Dec 2021

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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21 Dec 2021

Facilitating access to care in a COVID-19 environment: Guidance for health practitioners

Ahpra and the National Boards recognise that registered health practitioners have led the remarkable public health response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia and commend them for their sustained efforts.
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13 Dec 2021

Ahpra welcomes consultation on surgeon title

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) welcomes the announcement by Health Ministers to review the use of the title ‘surgeon’.
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03 Dec 2021

Former dental practitioner reprimanded, disqualified and prohibited for 15 years for professional misconduct

A former dental practitioner convicted and jailed for indecent assault has been reprimanded, disqualified from applying for registration and prohibited from providing health services for 15 years for professional misconduct.
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29 Nov 2021

Ahpra and National Boards release social research results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and National Boards have released results from surveys to retest practitioner and broader community sentiment and perceptions about our role and work.
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24 Nov 2021

Annual report: Registered health practitioners grow with paramedics leading the charge

A continued growth in the registered health workforce is highlighted in the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) 2020/21 Annual report.
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10 Nov 2021

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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09 Nov 2021

Advance copy of supervised practice framework published

Twelve National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have published an advance copy of the Supervised practice framework (the framework).
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04 Nov 2021

‘We can only help others if we are healthy ourselves’: Dental Board Chair Dr Murray Thomas discusses dental practitioner support on the Dental Head Start podcast

Dental Board of Australia (the Board) Chair, Dr Murray Thomas, recently spoke with the Dental Head Start podcast about the dental practitioner support service and the importance of looking after yourself to look after your patients.
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26 Oct 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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06 Oct 2021

Online renewal for dental practitioners is now open

Dental practitioners have until 30 November 2021 to renew their general or non-practising registration.
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05 Oct 2021

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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05 Oct 2021

Revised regulatory principles – supporting trust and confidence in regulated health professions

The revised regulatory principles encourage a culturally safe, responsive and risk-based approach to regulation.
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22 Sep 2021

Thousands more health practitioners granted temporary registration able to join the pandemic response

From today, thousands of extra health practitioners can join the COVID-19 response through a new temporary sub-register established by Ahpra and the National Boards.
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16 Sep 2021

Endorsement to practise conscious sedation during COVID-19

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) understands that the COVID-19 pandemic continues to present challenges to health practitioners, including meeting continuing professional development (CPD) requirements.
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15 Sep 2021

Graduating soon? Be ready to start work – apply now

Once you are registered, you can work as a dental practitioner anywhere in Australia.
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14 Sep 2021

Dental Board of Australia sets fee for 2021-22

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for dental practitioners for 2021-22.
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08 Sep 2021

Helping practitioners with infection prevention and control: public consultation open

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) wants to make it easier for practitioners to know and understand their professional infection prevention and control obligations to help them practice safely.
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06 Sep 2021

Call for applications - List of Approved Persons for hearing panels

Applications are being sought for appointment to the List of Approved Persons (LAP) for hearing panels from active and engaged consumers or community advisors who can represent the interests of the community and health practitioners who hold registration with one of the following professions:
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30 Aug 2021

COVID-19 and vaccines: Get the best advice for you and your family

You need reliable, evidence-based information to be able to make good choices about your healthcare. But in a climate thick with commentary about COVID-19 and vaccines, how do you sort fact from fiction? A joint statement from Ahpra and the National Boards, the Health Care Complaints Commission, the Office of the Health Ombudsman and the Therapeutic Goods Administration.
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18 Aug 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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16 Aug 2021

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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13 Aug 2021

Updated fact sheet on teeth whitening available now

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has released an updated fact sheet on teeth whitening for dental practitioners.
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02 Aug 2021

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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30 Jul 2021

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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15 Jul 2021

Unregistered dentist pleads guilty to 11 charges

An unregistered Victorian dentist who continued to practise has been fined $5,000 after pleading guilty to 11 charges brought by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
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30 Jun 2021

No place for sexism, sexual harassment or violence in healthcare

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards are reminding practitioners that there is no place for sexism, sexual harassment or gendered violence in healthcare.
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29 Jun 2021

Guidance on reflective practice reports

New guidance is now available for practitioners who are subject to education or mentoring conditions as part of their registration.
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11 Jun 2021

We want to hear from you on the shared Code of conduct

Have your say on the shared Code of conduct which sets out the expected professional behaviour and conduct for dental practitioners and promotes safe care to help protect the public.
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12 May 2021

Have your say on the professional behaviour crucial to public safety

Twelve National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have launched a public consultation on a revised shared Code of conduct for 12 registered health professions across Australia.
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10 May 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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16 Apr 2021

Dentist fined $10,000 for practising after registration lapsed

A Perth-based dental practitioner who continued practising after allowing her registration to lapse has been fined $10,000 after pleading guilty to nine charges.
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13 Apr 2021

No change to the recognition of CPD activities for dental practitioners

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) does not specify any mandatory continuing professional development (CPD) activities.
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13 Apr 2021

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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31 Mar 2021

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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23 Mar 2021

Help strengthen public protection: Consultation on revised regulatory principles for the National Scheme now open

The National Boards and Ahpra are seeking public feedback on revised regulatory principles for the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (National Scheme).
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09 Mar 2021

Registered health practitioners and students: What you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccine rollout

The National Boards and Ahpra have published a joint statement today to help registered health practitioners and students understand what’s expected of them in giving, receiving and advising on and sharing information about COVID-19 vaccines.
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19 Feb 2021

Call for applications - National Committees

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) is calling for applications from experienced registered dental practitioners and members of the community for appointment to its national committees.
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11 Feb 2021

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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18 Jan 2021

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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15 Jan 2021

Call for applications for appointment to the Dental Board of Australia

There are multiple practitioner member and community member vacancies arising on the Dental Board of Australia.
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08 Jan 2021

Interested in becoming a National Board member? Register now for our upcoming webinar to find out what is involved

Are you passionate about healthcare and protecting the public? Would you like to know more about the role of Board members in the National Scheme regulating registered health practitioners from 16 professions?
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2020

29 Dec 2020

Tribunal disqualifies a former dentist from applying for registration for five years

A former dentist convicted of fraud has been reprimanded by a tribunal and disqualified from applying for registration for five years.
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23 Dec 2020

Dentist reprimanded for practising outside scope of practice

A tribunal has reprimanded a dentist who sedated a patient for an extended length of time and practised outside of his scope of practice.
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18 Dec 2020

Dentist reprimanded after breaching professional boundaries with a patient

A Western Australian dentist has been reprimanded by a tribunal and had conditions imposed on her registration after she admitted engaging in professional misconduct.
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15 Dec 2020

Change and the future of dental care in a global pandemic

Two dental practitioners reflect on their experiences adapting to a global health emergency in the latest episode of the Taking care podcast.
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14 Dec 2020

Guidelines for responsible advertising in effect today

Revised advertising guidelines to support responsible advertising, including by registered health practitioners, are in effect from today.
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25 Nov 2020

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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17 Nov 2020

Revised advertising guidelines are now available

Health practitioners are encouraged to check and correct their advertising to make sure it complies with revised guidelines released today.
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30 Oct 2020

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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28 Oct 2020

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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22 Oct 2020

Dentist reprimanded after finding of unsatisfactory professional performance

A dentist has been reprimanded after a tribunal found that he performed a procedure for which he did not have sufficient expertise or experience.
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20 Oct 2020

Board recognises professionalism of dental teams as part of International Infection Prevention Week

International Infection Prevention Week is a reminder to all dental teams of their professional obligations around infection control and patient safety, particularly in a COVID-19 world.
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19 Oct 2020

Online renewal for dental practitioners is now open

Dental practitioners are due to renew their general or non-practising registration by 30 November 2020.
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02 Oct 2020

COVID-19 update: restrictions in Victoria move to second step

The easing of restrictions in the greater Melbourne area is welcome news but all dental practitioners must continue to practise safely and exercise their professional judgement in assessing and managing the risks posed by COVID-19.
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24 Sep 2020

Board retires Guidelines on dental records

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has published new resources for dental practitioners before it retires the Guidelines on dental records in October.
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23 Sep 2020

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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18 Sep 2020

Dental Board of Australia sets fee for 2020–21

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the 2020–21 national registration fee for dental practitioners.
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14 Sep 2020

Graduating soon? What you need to know to register as a dental practitioner

In your final year of an approved program of study and excited about starting work as a dental practitioner?
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19 Aug 2020

Ahpra and National Boards release social research results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and National Boards have released results from the second annual survey of stakeholder understanding and perceptions of our role and work.
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07 Aug 2020

COVID-19 update: business and industry stage 4 restrictions in Victoria

Since our recent COVID-19 update about dental practice in Victoria, the Victorian Government has released new workforce stage 4 restrictions.
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04 Aug 2020

COVID-19 update for Victorian-based dental practitioners

Efforts to contain COVID-19 in Victoria have escalated and the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) understands the increased stress dental practitioners are under.
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31 Jul 2020

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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16 Jul 2020

Dentist suspended for not obtaining 'vulnerable' patients' informed consent

A tribunal in Victoria has suspended a dentist’s registration after finding she engaged in professional misconduct regarding her examination and treatment of five patients with intellectual disabilities.
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09 Jul 2020

COVID-19 means dental practitioners must be vigilant

Dental practitioners have an important role in helping to contain the spread of COVID-19 and like everyone, must remain alert, as shown by this week’s outbreak in Victoria.
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08 Jul 2020

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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06 Jul 2020

Support for dental practitioners is here!

Need to talk to someone? Dental Practitioner Support, a national health and wellbeing support service for dental practitioners, is ready to take your call.
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01 Jul 2020

Revised scope of practice standard and guidelines both in effect today

The Dental Board of Australia’s (the Board) revised scope of practice standard and guidelines are both in effect from today.
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29 Jun 2020

Health and wellbeing support service for dental practitioners to launch in July

A nationwide health and wellbeing support service for dental practitioners funded by the Dental Board of Australia will be launched in July.
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23 Jun 2020

Board releases new guidelines for practitioners and students on blood-borne viruses

The Dental Board of Australia is encouraging practitioners and students to review the new Guidelines for registered health practitioners and students in relation to blood-borne viruses before they take effect on 6 July 2020.
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18 May 2020

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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13 May 2020

Know your scope of practice information hub launched

A ‘know your scope of practice’ information hub is now available on the Dental Board of Australia’s (the Board) website.
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08 May 2020

COVID-19 update: Now moving to level 1 restrictions

The COVID-19 pandemic is still affecting us all, both personally and professionally. It is altering how we live and how we work in a rapidly changing environment. Government is having to keep pace with the evolving nature of the pandemic to respond appropriately and in line with shifts in knowledge and understanding.
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23 Apr 2020

COVID-19 update: Restrictions on dental practice have changed

In this fast-changing environment, where a day feels like a week and a week like a month, here is the latest information about the restrictions to dental practice, put in place to protect the public, and how Ahpra and the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) are responding to the challenges the COVID-19 pandemic brings.
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22 Apr 2020

Adapting to COVID-19: Teledentistry, clinical training, CPD and PII

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) and Ahpra are adapting our regulatory requirements to respond to emergency health service needs and support health service delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic, while continuing to protect the public.
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17 Apr 2020

No place for racism in healthcare

The Australian Indigenous Doctors’ Association (AIDA) issued a media release detailing occasions of medical practitioners denying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples access to culturally safe healthcare seeking testing for COVID-19.
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02 Apr 2020

COVID-19 update to dental practitioners

As we continue to face the most significant public health challenge of our lives, responding to the COVID-19 pandemic will test our health system and each of us like nothing before it.
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31 Mar 2020

Ahpra work continues remotely as in-person services temporarily suspended

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) staff are working remotely to serve health practitioners and the public across Australia while in-person services are temporarily suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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31 Mar 2020

False and misleading advertising on COVID-19

Ahpra and National Boards recognise the vital role of registered health practitioners in treating and containing the COVID-19 emergency.
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30 Mar 2020

Sydney office temporarily closed to public access but our work continues

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) remains open for business while in-person services are temporarily suspended in Sydney.
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28 Mar 2020

Urgent alert – Australian Health Protection Principal Committee advice

On March 27, The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) released new advice to dental practitioners about managing COVID-19.
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27 Mar 2020

Canberra, Melbourne, Hobart, Darwin offices temporarily closed to public access but our work continues

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) remains open for business while in-person services are temporarily suspended in Canberra, Melbourne, Hobart and Darwin.
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27 Mar 2020

Responding to COVID-19: Changes to presenting-in-person requirements

As an interim measure to help boost the Australian healthcare workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic we’ve made changes to the presenting-in-person requirements for internationally qualified practitioners.
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27 Mar 2020

Online uploads for documents

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) has introduced an online upload service to receive applications, forms and supporting documents as part of the response to the way individuals are registered in the context of COVID-19.
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26 Mar 2020

Our Perth office is temporarily closed to the public but our work continues

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) remains open for business while in-person services are temporarily suspended in Perth.
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24 Mar 2020

COVID-19 update to dental practitioners

The current coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak is a rapidly changing situation.
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13 Mar 2020

Fake dentists convicted after Ahpra prosecution

Two people who carried out invasive dental treatment on a person and falsely claimed to be dentists have been convicted in a Sydney court.
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13 Mar 2020

Statement from the Dental Board and Ahpra in response to COVID-19

Registered health practitioners play a vital role in treating and containing the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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12 Mar 2020

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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02 Mar 2020

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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02 Mar 2020

Changes to mandatory notifications requirements in effect 1 March

Amendments to the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (National Law) requirements on mandatory notifications came into effect on 1 March 2020.
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26 Feb 2020

A strategy for embedding cultural safety into the health system launching tomorrow

An ambitious Strategy from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health experts, regulators and health organisations committed to embedding cultural safety into the health system will be released tomorrow.
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25 Feb 2020

Know your scope of practice forums: invitation for dental practitioners and stakeholders

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) invites dental practitioners and stakeholders to attend information forums about scope of practice in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth in March.
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07 Feb 2020

Revised guidelines on mandatory notifications released

The National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) have today published an advance copy of the revised mandatory notification guidelines (the guidelines) and supporting resources.
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22 Jan 2020

Ahpra and National Boards welcome policy directions

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the National Boards have welcomed two new policy directions from the COAG Health Council which reinforce that Ahpra and National Boards are to prioritise public protection in the work of the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (the National Scheme).
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2019

30 Dec 2019

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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20 Dec 2019

Scope of practice guidelines now available

An advance copy of the revised Scope of practice guidelines has been published by the Dental Board of Australia (the Board).
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18 Dec 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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09 Dec 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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29 Nov 2019

Dental regulation at work: Protecting the public in 2018/19

A profession-specific statistical summary and a report from the Chair that covers the work of the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) over the 12 months to 30 June 2019 is now available online.
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18 Nov 2019

Revised Scope of practice standard approved

The Dental Board of Australia’s revised Scope of practice registration standard will take effect from mid-2020 after it was approved at this month's meeting of the Council of Australia Governments (COAG) Health Council (CHC).
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18 Nov 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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12 Nov 2019

Dentist suspended for practising without professional indemnity insurance

The State Administrative Tribunal has found that a Western Australian dentist engaged in professional misconduct by practising as a dentist without appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
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11 Nov 2019

New social media guide

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and National Boards have published a new guide to help registered health practitioners understand and meet their obligations when using social media.
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08 Nov 2019

Graduates: What you need to know for registration

Are you in your final year of an approved program of study to become a dental practitioner?
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08 Nov 2019

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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31 Oct 2019

AHPRA and National Boards release social research project results

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and National Boards have released results from a social research project aimed at helping us understand perceptions about us and our work.
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23 Oct 2019

AHPRA and National Boards update logos

Simplified logos for AHPRA and the National Boards will be rolled out over coming months.
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22 Oct 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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18 Oct 2019

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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17 Oct 2019

Dental Board observes International Infection Prevention Week

Keeping patients safe from infection is everyone’s responsibility.
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08 Oct 2019

Dental practitioners encouraged to renew registration by 30 November

Dental practitioners wishing to renew their registration on time must do so by 30 November 2019.
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26 Sep 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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19 Sep 2019

Dental Board of Australia fee set for 2019/20

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for dental practitioners for 2019/20.
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11 Sep 2019

Have your say on the latest National Board and AHPRA consultations

Public consultations are underway to boost patient safety across Australia.
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06 Sep 2019

Consultation open for dental practitioners on blood borne viruses guidelines

The Dental Board of Australia, in partnership with the Medical, Nursing and Midwifery, Paramedicine and Podiatry Boards of Australia, has opened consultation on the draft Guidelines for registered health practitioners and students in relation to blood borne viruses (the draft guidelines).
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15 Aug 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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18 Jul 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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15 Jul 2019

Dentist disqualified for inappropriate prescribing

A former Northern Territory dentist has been reprimanded and disqualified from holding or applying for registration until 1 July 2020 for professional misconduct after he inappropriately prescribed medication to a family member and himself.
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28 May 2019

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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28 May 2019

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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17 May 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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08 May 2019

Practitioners’ responsibility to support public health programs

Australia’s health regulators have reminded health practitioners about their responsibility to support public health programs, including vaccination.
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12 Apr 2019

Dental assistant successfully prosecuted by AHPRA is convicted and fined

A Victorian woman has been convicted in a New South Wales Court for charges laid by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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08 Apr 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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20 Mar 2019

Dental Board recognise practitioners’ role protecting public on international day

As part of the World Oral Health Day, the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) is recognising the important role dental practitioners play protecting the public through the delivery of safe care.
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19 Mar 2019

New resource focuses on titles in health advertising

A new resource to help practitioners understand their legal obligations when using titles in health advertising is now available.
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07 Mar 2019

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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14 Feb 2019

Dental regulation at work: Protecting the public in 2017/18

A profession-specific annual report summary that looks into the work of the Dental Board of Australia over the year to 30 June 2018 has now been published.
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30 Jan 2019

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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2018

21 Dec 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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21 Dec 2018

Dentist who performed ‘disastrous’ procedure reprimanded for professional misconduct

A registered dentist in Victoria has been reprimanded by a tribunal after being found to have engaged in professional misconduct.
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17 Dec 2018

Tribunal disqualifies dental practitioner for a second time

A tribunal has found that disqualified dentist, Mr Randeep Singh Dhillon, has engaged in professional misconduct after being found guilty of fraud while he was a practising dental practitioner.
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12 Dec 2018

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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04 Dec 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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15 Nov 2018

About to graduate? Apply online now for registration

Are you in your final year of an approved program of study to become a dental practitioner?
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09 Nov 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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01 Nov 2018

Dental practitioners reminded to renew registration by 30 November

Dental practitioners have until 30 November 2018 to renew their registration on time.
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29 Oct 2018

National Boards support more public information on register

Changes to the national Register of practitioners will make it easier to access public information about health practitioners across Australia.
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26 Oct 2018

AHPRA acts quickly as unregistered ‘dentist’ is convicted

A New South Wales man was today convicted and fined $11,250 for falsely representing that he was authorised or qualified to practise as a dentist and $18,750 for performing restricted dental acts. He was also ordered to pay approximately $19,950 in costs.
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05 Oct 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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03 Oct 2018

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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03 Oct 2018

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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03 Oct 2018

Phasing out the approval of Programs to extend scope

The Board has published updated frequently asked questions (FAQ) to answer common queries that you might have about this transition phase.
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26 Sep 2018

Board completes review - Improving scope of practice regulation to reflect contemporary dental practice

Since the start of the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (the National Scheme), the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has moved incrementally from the prescriptive requirements for scope of practice to implement changes that encourage a responsive, risk-based approach that aligns with the Regulatory principles of the National Scheme.
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17 Sep 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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10 Sep 2018

New results format for OET English language test; registration standards remain unchanged

The Occupational English Test (OET) will be publishing test results in an updated format soon.
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10 Sep 2018

Dental Board of Australia sets fee for 2018/19

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for dental practitioners for 2018/19.
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04 Sep 2018

Public consultation on the proposal to close the Public Sector Dental Workforce Scheme

We're interested in what you think of the Board's proposal to close the Public Sector Dental Workforce Scheme (PSDWS) and the retirement of the associated guideline.
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03 Sep 2018

Request for tender: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety training

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) invites experienced parties to develop and deliver Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety training by either a sole supplier who can deliver services nationally or a panel of suppliers locally.
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20 Aug 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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03 Aug 2018

Call for applications for appointment to the List of Approved Persons for panels

Applications are being sought from health practitioners who hold registration with one of the 15 regulated health professions as well as active and engaged consumers or community advisors.
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20 Jul 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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04 Jul 2018

Closing the gap by 2031: A shared commitment

This week, a landmark commitment is being launched to help achieve equity in health outcomes between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and other Australians to close the gap by 2031.
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13 Jun 2018

Fake orthodontist convicted for performing restricted dental acts

A Victorian court has convicted a man and fined him $65,000 plus $25,000 in costs for unlawfully claiming to be a dental specialist and performing restricted dental acts on two patients.
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31 May 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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16 May 2018

New tool about testimonials to help advertisers 'get it right'

A new tool to help practitioners and advertisers understand their obligations about using testimonials and reviews to advertise regulated health services is now available.
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09 May 2018

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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07 May 2018

Starting your dental studies? What you need to know

Have you started your first year of dental studies? If the answer is yes, the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has information on what you need to know about your regulatory obligations as a student.
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04 May 2018

Joint Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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04 May 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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04 May 2018

Public holiday office closures

Some AHPRA offices will be closed on Monday 7 May 2018 due to public holidays.
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01 May 2018

Update on revalidation and ‘professional assurance’ for dental practitioners

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has been considering the relevance and appropriateness of revalidation for dental practitioners.
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17 Apr 2018

Public consultation on review of accreditation arrangements – assignment of accreditation functions

National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) are consulting on future accreditation arrangements from mid-2019, when the current term of assignment of accreditation functions ends.
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13 Apr 2018

Consultation paper on the draft guideline for informing a National Board about where you practise

The Dental Board of Australia has published a consultation paper on the draft guideline for informing a National Board about where you practise.
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10 Apr 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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27 Mar 2018

Scheduled review of accreditation assignments

National Boards and AHPRA have started a process to consider accreditation arrangements from mid-2019, when the current term of assignment of accreditation functions ends.
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22 Mar 2018

Board consults on a proposed revised Scope of practice registration standard and Guidelines for scope of practice

We’re interested in what you think of the Dental Board of Australia’s (the Board) proposed changes to Scope of practice registration standard and Guidelines for scope of practice.
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09 Mar 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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01 Feb 2018

ACT office closure

AHPRA ACT office will be closed on Friday 2 February 2018 due to office relocation.
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24 Jan 2018

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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12 Jan 2018

Call for applications - national boards

There are multiple practitioner member and community member vacancies arising on the Dental Board of Australia.
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09 Jan 2018

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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2017

21 Dec 2017

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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29 Nov 2017

Stakeholders meet to work on how to support responsible advertising in healthcare

Stakeholders interested in how regulated health services are advertised have met to discuss how to advertise responsibly and comply with the National Law1 advertising requirements.
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15 Nov 2017

AHPRA annual report reveals how the Dental Board of Australia worked to protect the public in 2016/17

The dental health workforce grew by 3% over the past year, to 22,383 total registrants, according to data released today in the 2016/17 annual report published by AHPRA and the National Boards.
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10 Nov 2017

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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10 Nov 2017

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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02 Nov 2017

Dental practitioners reminded to renew registration by 30 November

Dental practitioners have until 30 November to renew their registration on time.
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30 Oct 2017

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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27 Oct 2017

Graduating soon? Dental Board launches new information video to help students who are applying for registration

Are you about to graduate soon and start your career as a dental practitioner? The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has developed a video especially for you.
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16 Oct 2017

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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16 Oct 2017

New Fact sheet: The use of teeth whitening products by dental practitioners

The Dental Board of Australia has published a fact sheet on the use of teeth whitening products by dental practitioners.
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13 Oct 2017

Call for applications

Call for applications for appointment to state and territory committees of the Dental Board of Australia.
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11 Oct 2017

Students seeking registration invited to apply online now

Final-year students who will soon complete an approved program of study can go online now to apply for registration before they graduate.
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04 Oct 2017

Tribunal dismisses proceeding by former registered dentist against Dental Board

Tribunal dismisses proceeding brought by a former registered dentist against the Dental Board of Australia relating to her application for registration.
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18 Sep 2017

Revised List of recognised dental specialties, related specialist titles, and definitions

A Revised List of recognised dental specialties, related specialist titles, and definitions has been published by the Dental Board.
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15 Sep 2017

Dental Board of Australia fees set for 2017/18

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for dental practitioners for 2017/18.
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13 Sep 2017

Communiqué

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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12 Sep 2017

Communiqué - meeting with the Australian Dental Association on notifications

Senior leaders from the Dental Board, AHPRA and Australian Dental Association (ADA) met to discuss how notifications are managed in the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme.
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04 Sep 2017

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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10 Aug 2017

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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19 Jul 2017

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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17 Jul 2017

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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08 Jun 2017

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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19 May 2017

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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05 May 2017

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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20 Apr 2017

Responsible advertising of health services: Practitioners reminded about their legal obligations on advertising

Registered practitioners are reminded to check, correct and comply with their professional and legal advertising obligations.
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11 Apr 2017

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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24 Mar 2017

Call for applications

Call for applications for appointment to state and territory committees of the Dental Board of Australia.
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20 Mar 2017

Video for dental practitioners

As part of the World Oral Health Day 2017, the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) is launching a video for dental practitioners: An overview of your obligations as a registered dental practitioner.
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15 Mar 2017

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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02 Mar 2017

Dental regulation at work: Protecting the public in 2015/16

A profession-specific annual report summary that looks into the work of the Dental Board of Australia over the year to 30 June 2016 has now been published.
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02 Mar 2017

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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02 Feb 2017

Dental practitioner disqualified by tribunal for professional misconduct and unprofessional conduct

A dental practitioner has been disqualified for two years and six months and ordered to pay the Dental Board of Australia’s (the Board) costs fixed at $90,000 after a tribunal found him guilty of professional misconduct and unprofessional conduct.
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31 Jan 2017

Tribunal reprimands and suspends dental practitioner

The Western Australian State Administrative Tribunal (the tribunal) has reprimanded Miss Natasha Abel and suspended her dental registration for professional misconduct.
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16 Jan 2017

Local insights, National Scheme: State and territory summaries published

Individual annual report summaries for each state and territory, offering insights into how the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme is operating across Australia, have now been published.
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05 Jan 2017

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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05 Jan 2017

Updated information for dental hygienists, dental therapists and oral health therapists

The Board has updated information for dental hygienists, dental therapists and oral health therapists, including frequently asked questions (FAQ).
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2016

29 Dec 2016

Specialist registration in oral surgery

The Board recently approved a new program of study - the University of Sydney’s Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery) program, which will take effect from 1 January 2017.
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22 Dec 2016

School dental therapist’s registration cancelled

A school dental therapist has had her registration cancelled after acting outside her scope of practice and providing inadequate or inappropriate treatment over a seven year period.
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13 Dec 2016

Guidance issued on endorsements about scheduled medicines

The Australian Health Workforce Ministerial Council (Ministerial Council) has recently endorsed Guidance for National Boards: Applications to the Ministerial Council for approval of endorsements in relation to scheduled medicines under section 14 of the National Law1 (the Guidance).
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08 Dec 2016

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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06 Dec 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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21 Nov 2016

Dental practitioners reminded to renew registration by 30 November

Dental practitioners have until 30 November to renew their registration on time.
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18 Nov 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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17 Nov 2016

Tasmania office closure and new location

AHPRA’s Tasmanian office will be closed to the public on Friday 18 November 2016 and will reopen on Monday 21 November 2016 at a new location. The office will continue to be located in Hobart.
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11 Nov 2016

Public consultation paper released

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) is releasing this public consultation paper on the proposed entry level competencies (the proposed competencies) for endorsement for conscious sedation.
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10 Nov 2016

Annual Report reveals how the Board worked to protect the public in 2015/16

The Dental Board of Australia intensified its focus on infection prevention and control requirements for registered dental practitioners during 2015/16, according to information released by AHPRA today in its 2015/16 annual report.
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26 Oct 2016

Board and AHPRA publish health profession agreement

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) have published the health profession agreement (HPA) for 2016-20.
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21 Oct 2016

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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20 Oct 2016

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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18 Oct 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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17 Oct 2016

Tips for dental patients

Today, the Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has launched its first ever video for patients to help make sure they are getting safe care from their dental practitioners.
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14 Oct 2016

Students seeking registration urged to apply online now

10 Oct 2016

Video explains online renewal of registration which is now open

A new video explains online renewal of registration which is now open for dental practitioners.
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04 Oct 2016

More information about your advertising obligations

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) today published further information to help registered health practitioners to better understand their advertising obligations.
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22 Sep 2016

Tribunal highlights the importance of dentists adhering to professional responsibilities

The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) reprimanded Dr Ayu Abdullah and found she had engaged in professional misconduct and unprofessional conduct, after her treatment of a patient was found to be ‘of an ongoing poor standard.’
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09 Sep 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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01 Sep 2016

Dental Board of Australia fees set for 2016/17

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for dental practitioners for 2016/17.
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19 Aug 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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27 Jul 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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21 Jul 2016

Request for Quote

The Board is looking to develop an outcome based assessment model for overseas trained dental specialists applying for specialist registration in Australia.
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12 Jul 2016

Call for applications

Call for applications for appointment to the Dental Board of Australia’s list of approved members for equivalence assessment panels
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01 Jul 2016

Revised PII standard for all dental practitioners takes effect from today

In December 2015, the Board published a revised registration standard for professional indemnity insurance (PII) arrangements that takes effect from today.
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01 Jul 2016

Overseas-qualified dental specialist applications - important changes

From 1 July 2016, the Board will assess all applications from overseas-qualified applicants for specialist registration.
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01 Jul 2016

New entry-level competencies for dental specialists

The Board has published new entry-level competencies for dental specialists.
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09 Jun 2016

Funding determination for Queensland Office of the Health Ombudsman

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has received a letter from the Queensland Government, formally notifying of the determination of fees to be paid from AHPRA to the Queensland Office of the Health Ombudsman (OHO) for 2015-2016.
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08 Jun 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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06 Jun 2016

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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03 Jun 2016

Request for Quote

The Board is looking to develop an outcome based assessment model for overseas trained dental specialists applying for specialist registration in Australia.
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18 May 2016

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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18 May 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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07 Apr 2016

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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01 Apr 2016

Dental regulation at work in Australia, 2014/15

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has released its report for 2014/15.
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29 Mar 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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23 Mar 2016

Call for applications

Call for applications for appointment to the Dental Board of Australia’s list of approved members for assessment panels
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22 Mar 2016

Overseas trained dental specialist applications - important changes

The Board has published important information on how it intends to assess applications for specialist registration from overseas trained dentists.
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08 Mar 2016

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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25 Feb 2016

Tribunal reprimands, removes dentist from register

A tribunal has reprimanded a dentist and removed his name from the register of practitioners.
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12 Feb 2016

Protecting the public: Local data summaries from a national scheme

Local reports have today been released for each state and territory on Australia’s regulatory scheme for health practitioners, providing a unique insight on local outcomes within a national scheme.
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04 Feb 2016

Continuing Professional Development Resources

The revised registration standard for continuing professional development (CPD) has been in effect since 1 December 2015.
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04 Feb 2016

Honour for Board member

Dental Board of Australia member recognised in Australia Day honours.
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2015

23 Dec 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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22 Dec 2015

Health practitioner regulation: Learn how you’re protected

A new video and an accompanying infographic explaining the Australia-wide scheme that is in place to protect members of the public were launched today by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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14 Dec 2015

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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10 Dec 2015

Revised standards for PII arrangements published today

A revised registration standard for Professional indemnity insurance (PII) arrangements has today been published by the Dental Board of Australia.
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07 Dec 2015

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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03 Dec 2015

Are you a graduate applying for registration?

Read this important information that explains what you need to know.
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01 Dec 2015

Revised registration standards take effect from today

Revised registration standards for Continuing professional development (CPD) and Recency of Practice take effect today.
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30 Nov 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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20 Nov 2015

Dental practitioners reminded to renew registration by 30 November

Dental practitioners have until 30 November to renew their registration to avoid paying a late fee.
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18 Nov 2015

National drug screening protocol

There are health practitioners with a history of substance misuse who have restrictions placed on their registration. These restrictions are generally designed to keep the public safe while the practitioner remains in practice.
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16 Nov 2015

Final-year students urged to apply for registration online now

Final-year students who will soon complete an approved program of study can go online now to apply for registration before they graduate.
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06 Nov 2015

2014/15 National Scheme annual report launched

The 2014/15 National Scheme annual report, including a report from the Board, has been published.
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06 Nov 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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04 Nov 2015

Infection prevention and control in dentistry

The Dental Board of Australia (the Dental Board) together with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) hosted a forum on Thursday 22 October 2015 with some of our key partners to focus our attention on effective infection prevention and control by dental practitioners.
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30 Oct 2015

Revised standards for all dental practitioners published today

Revised registration standards for continuing professional development (CPD) and recency of practice have today been published by the Dental Board of Australia (the Board), which regulates Australia’s 21,000 registered dental practitioners.
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27 Oct 2015

Revised Endorsement for Conscious Sedation Registration Standard

The Dental Board of Australia's revised Conscious Sedation Registration Standard is in effect from today.
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14 Oct 2015

Board and AHPRA publish health profession agreement

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) have published the health profession agreement (HPA) for 2015/16.
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01 Oct 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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28 Sep 2015

Online renewal of registration is now open

Online renewal of registration is now open for dental practitioners registered in Australia.
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24 Sep 2015

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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11 Sep 2015

Update your contact details to receive registration renewal reminders

Are your contact details up to date? Registration renewal reminders will be sent to registrants soon.
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03 Sep 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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02 Sep 2015

The Dental Board of Australia sets fee for 2015/16

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) has announced the national registration fee for dental practitioners for 2015/16.
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31 Aug 2015

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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13 Aug 2015

Court outcome shows regulation at work protecting patients

A man who pretended to be a dentist in Victoria today pleaded guilty to the 17 charges filed against him by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
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10 Aug 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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16 Jul 2015

Board and Dental Council of NSW remind all practitioners of infection control obligations

The Chair of the Dental Board of Australia and the President of the Dental Council of NSW have written to practitioners to remind them of their infection control obligations under the National Law.
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16 Jul 2015

Infection control obligations under the National Law

The Dental Board of Australia and AHPRA have published a fact sheet outlining the infection control requirements for dental practitioners.
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06 Jul 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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02 Jul 2015

Tips for dental patients

The Dental Board of Australia and AHPRA have created ‘Tips for dental patients’ to help members of the public make sure they are getting safe care from their dental practitioner.
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02 Jul 2015

Regulation at work protecting patients

Australia’s health regulators are working in partnership to enforce infection control standards in dental practice and take action to manage risk to patients.
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01 Jul 2015

Revised English language and criminal history standards take effect today

Revised English language and criminal history standards take effect from today.
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22 Jun 2015

AHPRA acts on more unregistered individuals

AHPRA is calling for people who have been treated by unregistered individuals in Melbourne’s northern suburbs to come forward, amid concerns about sub-standard dental care and poor infection control.
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12 Jun 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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10 Jun 2015

AHPRA takes action to protect patients

AHPRA has charged a man who is not registered or qualified in Australia with pretending to be a dentist and allegedly providing dental treatment to people in Victoria.
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09 Jun 2015

Honour for Board member

Dental Board of Australia member recognised in Queen's Birthday honours.
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25 May 2015

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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21 May 2015

Revised criminal history registration standard will take effect from 1 July

A revised criminal history registration standard will come in to effect for all registrants from 1 July 2015.
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21 May 2015

Revised English language skills registration standards taking effect from 1 July

Revised English language skills registration standards take effect from 1 July for all registrants.
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04 May 2015

Call for views on how we approach regulation

National Boards and AHPRA are seeking feedback through an online survey on the regulatory principles that were launched in July last year.
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30 Apr 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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29 Apr 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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17 Apr 2015

Call for applications

The Dental Board of Australia (the Board) invites applications from experienced dentists with specialist registration in oral surgery or oral maxillofacial surgery interested in being included on an approved list of potential members for appointment to the Oral Surgery Panel.
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23 Mar 2015

Security alert - keep your web browser updated

We are making changes to our websites to make sure that your information is kept safe.
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17 Mar 2015

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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13 Mar 2015

Dental practitioner reprimanded and fined

The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has reprimanded and fined Dr Ari Masters and imposed conditions on his registration for unprofessional conduct.
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03 Mar 2015

Practitioner ordered not to reapply for registration

The Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal has found that Dr Patrick O’Brien behaved in a way that constituted unsatisfactory professional conduct, and ordered him to not reapply for registration as a health practitioner.
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18 Feb 2015

Adelaide office closed for relocation

The Adelaide office will be closed for relocation from Thursday 19 February 2015 and will re-open on Monday 23 February 2015 at 12.00pm.
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16 Feb 2015

AHPRA strengthens national drug screening

AHPRA and National Boards to introduce hair testing for all practitioners with substance related impairment.
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04 Feb 2015

New approach to international criminal history checks launches today

A new procedure for checking international criminal history that provides greater public protection takes effect today.
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2014

24 Dec 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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19 Dec 2014

Tribunal cancels dental practitioner’s registration

The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has cancelled Dr John Ham’s registration from 12 December 2014 and disqualified him from applying for registration for six months from that date.
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10 Dec 2014

Newsletter from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest newsletter.
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03 Dec 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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02 Dec 2014

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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02 Dec 2014

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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21 Nov 2014

The Dental Board of Australia releases a report of its work

The Dental Board of Australia has published a report of its work in regulating the dental professions in the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme during 2013/14.
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21 Nov 2014

National Board reminds dental practitioners to renew registration by 30 November

Dental practitioners have less than two weeks to renew their registration with the Dental Board of Australia to avoid paying a late fee.
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13 Nov 2014

New approach to International criminal history checks

From early 2015, National Boards and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) will implement a new procedure for checking international criminal history.
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10 Nov 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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07 Nov 2014

2013/14 National Scheme Annual Report published

AHPRA and the National Boards have released their 2013/14 Annual Report on the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme.
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17 Oct 2014

Call for applications

Applications are now sought for appointments to upcoming vacancies for chairs (from practitioner members), practitioner members and community members.
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13 Oct 2014

Final-year students urged to apply for registration online now

Final-year students who will soon complete an approved program of study can go online now to apply for registration before they graduate.
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09 Oct 2014

Call for applications

Call for applications for dental practitioners to join the Dental Board of Australia's list of approved persons for appointment to panels.
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07 Oct 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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02 Oct 2014

Victorian man pleads guilty to pretending to be a registered dentist

Victorian man, Mr Adel Abraham, last week pleaded guilty to 12 counts of carrying out dental acts that are restricted by law and one count of pretending to be a registered dentist.
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23 Sep 2014

Online renewal of registration is now open

Online renewal of registration to practise in Australia is now open for dental practitioners.
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18 Sep 2014

Media release

The Board and AHPRA publish the Health Profession Agreement for 2014/2015.
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09 Sep 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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27 Aug 2014

Media release

The Dental Board of Australia has announced the registration fees for dental practitioners for 2014/15.
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14 Aug 2014

We have new homepages!

Today we have launched new homepage designs across all our websites.
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11 Aug 2014

Certificate of Registration Status (CoRS) now available online

Registered health practitioners using the AHPRA portal can now request a Certificate of Registration Status (CoRS) online.
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08 Aug 2014

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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29 Jul 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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24 Jul 2014

Media release

The National Boards are calling for feedback on guidelines on the regulatory management of health practitioners with blood borne infectious diseases.
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14 Jul 2014

Media release

On 1 July 2014 all Boards and AHPRA launched refreshed regulatory principles for regulating in the public interest. It also marked our 4th birthday and new arrangements in Qld.
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07 Jul 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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01 Jul 2014

Call for applications

Call for applications for dental practitioners to join the Dental Board of Australia's list of approved persons for appointment to panels.
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01 Jul 2014

Revised scope of practice registration standard

The Dental Board of Australia's revised Scope of practice registration standard is in effect from today.
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30 Jun 2014

Newsletter from the Board

The Board releases its latest newsletter.
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24 Jun 2014

Call for applications for appointment to state and territory committees of the Dental Board of Australia

Applications are sought from registered and experienced dentists to the following committees of the Dental Board of Australia (the Board):
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16 Jun 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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13 Jun 2014

Call for applications - Registration and Notification Committees

Call for applications for registered and experienced dentists to join the Dental Board of Australia Registration and Notification Committees.
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04 Jun 2014

Important information - Scope of practice registration standard and guideline

The Dental Board of Australia has published an email sent to practitioners about the recently released scope of practice registration standard and associated guidelines.
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26 May 2014

Media release

Board publishes Scope of practice registration standard and guidelines to come in to effect 30 June.
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22 May 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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20 May 2014

Media release

Updated Advertising guidelines published today by National Boards.
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19 May 2014

Public consultation on a review of Dental Board of Australia registration standards and guidelines

Feedback is sought on a review of Dental Board of Australia registration standards and guidelines.
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30 Apr 2014

Call for applications - Registration and Notification Committees

Call for applications for registered and experienced dentists to join the Dental Board of Australia Registration and Notification Committees.
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23 Apr 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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17 Mar 2014

Revised guidelines, code and policy effective today

Revised guidelines and code of conduct, and a new social media policy, come into effect for all dental practitioners today.
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13 Mar 2014

Unplanned office closure alert

The AHPRA Northern Territory office has reopened
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06 Mar 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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20 Feb 2014

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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13 Feb 2014

Media release

The National Boards have published revised guidelines and codes of conduct, and a new social media policy, which come into effect from mid-March.
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14 Jan 2014

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia and the Dental Council (New Zealand) have released a joint communique on the project to develop lists of 'competencies' for the recognised dental specialties.
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2013

30 Dec 2013

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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17 Dec 2013

Media release

The Board and AHPRA publish their 2013/14 health profession agreement.
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29 Nov 2013

Communique

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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20 Nov 2013

Media release

The National Board is reminding dental practitioners to renew registration by 30 November.
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19 Nov 2013

Newsletter Released

The Board releases its latest newsletter.
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07 Nov 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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01 Nov 2013

Media release

The 2012/13 National Scheme Annual Report, which includes a report from the Dental Board of Australia, has been published.
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25 Oct 2013

Media release

Community and health practitioner feedback is sought on the English language skills and criminal history registration standards which are now under review.
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07 Oct 2013

Media release

Final-year students can go online now to apply for registration as a dental practitioner before they graduate.
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03 Oct 2013

Media release

New consultation on international criminal history checks
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30 Sep 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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26 Sep 2013

Media release

The Dental Board of Australia announces that online renewal of registration is now open.
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16 Sep 2013

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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10 Sep 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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07 Aug 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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07 Aug 2013

Opportunity to improve the health complaint & notification process

Independent study by University of Sydney researchers: Community expectations & experiences of health complaints & notifications processes.
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29 Jul 2013

Media release

Dental Board of Australia sets fees for 2013/14.
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15 Jul 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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25 Jun 2013

Newsletter Released

The Board releases its latest newsletter.
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11 Jun 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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21 May 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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20 May 2013

Media release

The Community Reference Group membership has been announced. The group will advise AHPRA and the National Boards on engaging with communities.
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08 May 2013

The Dental Board of Australia releases public consultation paper

The Dental Board of Australia releases a public consultation paper: Scope of practice registration standard and guidelines.
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06 May 2013

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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17 Apr 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest communique.
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10 Apr 2013

Victorian submissions published

AHPRA and the National Boards have published their submissions to the Victorian parliamentary inquiry into the performance of AHPRA.
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09 Apr 2013

Media release

Media release - National Boards are consulting on a draft social media policy and revised guidelines on advertising and mandatory reporting.
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01 Mar 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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25 Feb 2013

Proposed National Registration and Accreditation Scheme - Data access and research policy

This consultation paper seeks feedback on the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme - Data access and research policy.
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11 Feb 2013

Committee Member Vacancies - Dental Board of Australia

Call for Nominations or Expressions of Interest to join Committees of the Dental Board of Australia.
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25 Jan 2013

AHPRA Report Released

Read more about AHPRA's work in health practitioner regulation in the latest AHPRA Report.
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16 Jan 2013

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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14 Jan 2013

Communique from the Dental Board of Australia

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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10 Jan 2013

Media Release

Applications are open for the National Scheme Community Reference Group.
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2012

27 Nov 2012

Communique from the board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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27 Nov 2012

AHPRA launches new searchable list for approved courses

For the first time Australians now have immediate access to a comprehensive, easily searchable national list of approved programs of study for health practitioners.
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26 Nov 2012

Victorian Committee Member Vacancies - Dental Board of Australia

Call for Nominations or Expressions of Interest to join Victorian Committees of the Dental Board of Australia.
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20 Nov 2012

Time running out to renew registration by 30 November

Time is running out for dental practitioners to renew their registration which is due by 30 November.
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19 Nov 2012

Newsletter Released

The Board releases its latest newsletter.
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12 Nov 2012

Making a safer health system for you

AHPRA has partnered with Consumers Health Forum Australia to hold a series of community forums for members of the public to learn about health practitioner regulation.
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02 Nov 2012

Communique from the board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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01 Nov 2012

National Boards and AHPRA release 2012 Annual Report

The annual report of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the National Boards has been published.
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18 Oct 2012

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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17 Oct 2012

Board and AHPRA publish Health Profession Agreement

National Board and AHPRA increase transparency and publish Health Profession Agreement.
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05 Oct 2012

Media Release

Students of programs leading to registration as a dental practitioner who will graduate soon can go online now to apply for registration.
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28 Sep 2012

Communique from the board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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27 Sep 2012

Media Release

Dental practitioners are urged to renew registration online and by 30 November.
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14 Sep 2012

National Boards will consult publicly on social media policy

The National Boards' preliminary consultation on social media will be followed by a public consultation phase.
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03 Sep 2012

Communique from the board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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17 Aug 2012

Media Release

The Dental Board of Australia welcomes a Health Workforce Australia report on scope of practice for oral health practitioners.
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08 Aug 2012

Quarterly registration data released

The National Board has released its quarterly registration data.
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31 Jul 2012

National Board membership announced

Health ministers have announced changes to the membership of the 10 National Boards originally appointed in 2009.
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17 Jul 2012

Communique from the board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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26 Jun 2012

Newsletter Released

The Board releases its latest newsletter.
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25 Jun 2012

National Boards consult on international criminal history checks

Consultation open on options for refining international criminal history checks used to assess applications for registration, closes 17 August 2012.
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04 Jun 2012

Students urged to apply online for a smooth path from study to work

Students about to graduate as health practitioners are urged to go online to apply early for registration and smooth the path from study to work.
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04 May 2012

Communique from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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17 Apr 2012

Board Releases Guidance on Registration

The Dental Board of Australia release guidance on when to be registered.
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02 Apr 2012

Communique from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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2011

28 Dec 2011

Communique from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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06 Dec 2011

Communique from the Board

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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11 Nov 2011

Dental Practitioners Urged to Renew

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
Dental Practitioners Urged to Renew Registration Online and On Time
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10 Nov 2011

Communique from the Board

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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02 Nov 2011

2010-11 Annual Report tabled

AHPRA and the National Boards release annual report.
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12 Oct 2011

Consultation on the Definition of Practice

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
The Dental Board of Australia is currently consulting on the definition of “practice”.
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27 Sep 2011

Communiqué from the Board

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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05 Sep 2011

Communiqué from the Board

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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09 Aug 2011

Board launches new look website

The Board, in partnership with AHPRA and the other national boards, has updated its website.
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04 Aug 2011

Communique from the Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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06 Jul 2011

AHPRA launches new online service

AHPRA launches new online service for printing Certificate of Registration.
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05 Jul 2011

Communique from Board

The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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27 May 2011

Communiqué from the Board

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
The Dental Board of Australia releases its latest Communiqué.
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18 May 2011

Dental practitioners urged to renew on time

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
The Dental Board of Australia urges all dental practitioners to renew on time.
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16 May 2011

New service for students about to graduate

AHPRA launches new online registration service for students about to graduate.
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29 Apr 2011

New look AHPRA website to improve service to practitioners

18 Apr 2011

Snapshot of National Registers

Statement from AHPRA
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05 Apr 2011

AHPRA Delivers Student Register

11 Feb 2011

Update on Lapsed Practitioners

25 Jan 2011

AHPRA reminds practitioners to renew if due!

Statement from AHPRA
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20 Jan 2011

New AHPRA online service to check receipt of registration renewal

18 Jan 2011

Difficulties Reaching AHPRA on 1300 Phone Number

2010

21 Dec 2010

Media release: AHPRA on track for 2011 student registration

21 Dec 2010

Consultation paper released

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
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26 Nov 2010

Communiqué from the Board - 26 November 2010

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
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12 Nov 2010

Annual Report 2009-10 for the National Boards and AHPRA

Statement from AHPRA
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09 Nov 2010

English Language Student Update

08 Nov 2010

Information Forum for WA Dental Prosthetists

30 Sep 2010

Alert - Application Form from Medical Register of Australia

Statement from AHPRA
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28 Sep 2010

Information for New Graduates

Statement from AHPRA
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13 Sep 2010

AHPRA on the Move!

Statement from AHPRA
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13 Sep 2010

Easy online renewal of registration for practitioners

Statement from AHPRA
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09 Aug 2010

Have you left your renewal too late?

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
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09 Aug 2010

Update for Oral Health Therapist registration

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
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02 Aug 2010

Need more information about your registration?

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
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30 Jul 2010

What do I do if my registration is about to expire?

Statement from the Dental Board of Australia
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28 Jul 2010

Is your registration renewal due now?

23 Jul 2010

Check your registration status online

22 Jul 2010

Registration due 30 June? Did you renew on time?

Statement from AHPRA
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15 Jul 2010

AHPRA focused on information flow

14 Jul 2010

AHPRA Boosts Response Capacity

12 Jul 2010

Queensland Registrants - updated information

Statement from AHPRA
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09 Jul 2010

Mutual recognition of WA registrants

Statement from AHPRA
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08 Jul 2010

Reminder regarding PII arrangements

Statement from AHPRA
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02 Jul 2010