Pending Board ConfirmationPENDING BOARD REPLY
South Dakota Dental Licensure
for International Dentists
How an international dentist (IDG) gets licensed to practice in South Dakota without a US DDS or DMD — sourced from a direct reply from the South Dakota dental board.
Pathway
Pending Board Confirmation
Scope of practice
Unconfirmed — outreach pending
Exams required
Verify with state board
What qualifies you
Not yet directly contacted in this cycle. Contact the state board to confirm eligibility.
This page was compiled from a direct email exchange with the South Dakota dental board between May 2026. The board's exact reply is quoted above. Rules change — always reconfirm with the board before applying. See all 50 states →
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Compiled from direct email correspondence with the South Dakota dental board (May 2026 cycle). Always confirm current requirements with the board before submitting an application.