GUAM BOARD OF EXAMINERS FOR DENTISTRY
The Guam Board of Examiners for Dentistry licenses dentists, including the designation of specialists in the practice of dentistry, provided the practice area is recognized by the American Dental Association as a dental specialty or a bona fide certifying body recognized by the Board; dental hygienists, dental lab technician, dental assistants, and dental auxiliary or ancillary personnel.
“The practice of dentistry by any person who has not been issued a license under the provisions of this Article (unless covered by an exception), or whose license has been suspended or revoked or has expired is hereby declared to be contrary to the law, public policy and to be a danger to the health and welfare of the public.” 10 GCA § 12480. “A person who practices dentistry or who attempts to practice dentistry without a license shall be guilty of a third degree felony. A person who practices as a dental hygienist, or who attempts to practice as a dental hygienist, without a license shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.” 10 GCA § 12470.
The Board’s regular meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month at 3:00 p.m.
Board Contact Information
Sharon Manibusan
Community Program Aide I
671-735-7412
sharon.manibusan@dphss.guam.gov
GBED Board Staff and Management
Dr. Antonio Rapadas
Chairperson
bearmatua@yahoo.com
Dr. Joon Ha
Vice Chairperson
joonhadds@gmail.com
Dr. Collette Supit
Treasurer
collettesupit@gmail.com
671-688-6772
Dr. Robert Yang
Secretary
rjydmd@yahoo.com
Autumn Yoo
Member
arumy217@gmail.com
GBED Services
The board shall have all the powers necessary and convenient to carry out and perform the purposes and provisions of this Article including the following, in addition to other powers and duties granted in this Article, and may
- Have a seal and modify it;
- Enter into and execute contracts and instruments of every kind of nature, necessary and convenient to the exercise of its powers and function;
- Make and from time to time modify and repeal rules and regulations, not inconsistent with this Article and approved by the Commission, providing for the administration of its affairs and operations, and for carrying into effect its powers and purposes;
- Maintain records;
- Acquire any personal property by lease, purchase gift r grant necessary to the affairs of the society; and
- Hold hearings as required to fulfill its duties.
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