Revised Code of Washington

Wash. Rev. Code § 18.32.091 (2026)

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No person, unless previously licensed to practice dentistry in this state, shall begin the practice of dentistry in this state without first applying to, and obtaining a license.

[ 2017 c 320 s 5; 1987 c 150 s 18.]

Notes:

Finding—Intent—2017 c 320: See note following RCW 18.32.677.

Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 2 cases, 1991–1992 · leading case: Douglas v. Freeman, 814 P.2d 1160 (Wash. 1991).

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Douglas v. Freeman, 814 P.2d 1160 (Wash. 1991). · cites it 2× “[14] The code requires a person to obtain a license before practicing dentistry in Washington (RCW 18.32.091), but lists exemptions from this and other code requirements in RCW 18.”

Gebbie v. Olson, 828 P.2d 1170 (Wash. Ct. App. 1992). “RCW 18.32.091 prohibits the practice of dentistry without a license.”

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