{"application_form_url":null,"application_portal_url":null,"board_contact_url":null,"board_email":"DLIBSDHELP@mt.gov","board_fax":null,"board_mailing_address":null,"board_name":"Montana Board of Dentistry","board_parent_org":null,"board_phone":"(406) 841-2300","board_physical_address":null,"board_source_url":null,"board_url":null,"canonical_url":null,"ce_requirements_url":null,"common_delays":[{"description":"Have all your documents ready before starting the application to avoid processing delays.","title":"Missing or incomplete documents"},{"description":"Double-check that your name matches across all documents exactly. Mismatches are a common reason for delays.","title":"Application errors"},{"description":"Montana may require verification of specific expanded functions training, and documentation from out-of-state programs is often delayed.","title":"Montana-specific note"}],"compact_member":null,"compact_name":null,"compact_privilege_fee":null,"created_at":"2026-04-11T20:11:28.029940+00:00","credential_type":null,"description":null,"endorsement_application_url":null,"endorsement_fees":null,"endorsement_steps":null,"exam_registration_url":null,"faqs":[{"answer":"No, Montana does not require state licensure for general dental assistants. However, expanded functions and radiography may require permits or certifications.","question":"Does Montana require a dental assistant license?"},{"answer":"Yes, DANB CDA certification is recognized and often preferred by employers in Montana.","question":"Is DANB certification recognized in Montana?"},{"answer":"Yes, but a radiography permit or certification is required.","question":"Can I take dental x-rays in Montana?"},{"answer":"There is no state application fee for general dental assistants in Montana. However, DANB CDA exam costs $450, and radiography certifications may have additional fees.","question":"How much does it cost to become a dental assistant in Montana?"}],"fee_payment_url":null,"fingerprint_delay_weeks":null,"fingerprint_fee":null,"fingerprint_method_in_state":null,"fingerprint_method_out_of_state":null,"fingerprint_required":true,"fingerprint_url":null,"fingerprint_vendor":null,"fingerprint_vendor_url":null,"initial_fee_amount":0.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":null,"last_updated":null,"last_verified":null,"license_duration":null,"licensing_pathway":null,"payload_url":null,"processing_time":"No state application","profession":"Dental Assistant","provisional_info":null,"reciprocity_info":null,"renewal_cycle":"N/A - Montana does not license general Dental Assistants","renewal_fee_amount":null,"renewal_portal_url":null,"required_documents":[{"description":"Certificate from CODA-accredited program or documentation of on-the-job training hours.","name":"Proof of Training","url":null},{"description":"Official CDA certification from the Dental Assisting National Board, if applicable.","name":"DANB Certification","url":null},{"description":"Proof of radiography competency/certification required for taking x-rays.","name":"Radiography Certification","url":null},{"description":"$0","name":"Application fee","url":null}],"slug":"montana-da","state_name":"Montana","state_slug":"montana","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Dental assistants in Montana perform duties under the direct or general supervision of a licensed dentist, depending on the specific task as defined by the Montana Board of Dentistry's administrative rules.","title":"Understand Supervision Requirements","url":null},{"description":"Familiarize yourself with the administrative rules of the Montana Board of Dentistry that outline the specific tasks a dental assistant can perform and the required level of supervision. These rules define the scope of practice for dental auxiliaries.","title":"Review Delegated Duties","url":null},{"description":"While no general license exists, a dentist may only delegate tasks to a dental assistant whom they deem competent. Certain advanced functions (e.g., coronal polishing, sealant application) may require specific training or certification, as determined by the supervising dentist.","title":"Obtain Necessary Training and Competency","url":null},{"description":"For career advancement or to demonstrate proficiency, consider obtaining national certifications such as the Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), although this is not a state requirement for general practice in Montana.","title":"Consider National Certifications (Optional)","url":null},{"description":"Ensure all duties performed comply with the Montana Dental Practice Act and associated administrative rules, which govern the practice of dentistry and the roles of auxiliary personnel in the state.","title":"Comply with Dental Practice Act","url":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":null,"temp_license_fee":null,"temp_license_processing_time":null,"updated_at":"2026-04-11T20:11:28.029940+00:00","verify_license_url":null}