Section 1220.260  Restoration

a)         A licensee seeking restoration of a dental hygienist license after it has expired or been placed on inactive status for less than 5 years shall have the license restored by submitting proof of 24 hours of continuing education pursuant to Section 1220.440 within 2 years prior to application for restoration, proof of certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation or a statement from a licensed physician indicating that the applicant is physically disabled and unable to obtain certification and payment of $20 plus all lapsed renewal fees, but not to exceed $85.  Individuals restoring a license from inactive status shall only be required to pay the current renewal fee.

b)        A licensee seeking restoration of a dental hygienist license after it has expired or been placed on inactive status for 5 years or more shall file an application, on forms supplied by the Division, together with the fees required by Section 21 of the Act, proof of 24 hours of continuing education pursuant to Section 1220.440 within 2 years prior to application for restoration and proof of certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation or a statement from a licensed physician indicating that the applicant is physically disabled and unable to obtain certification.  Individuals restoring a license from inactive status shall only be required to pay the current renewal fee.  The licensee shall also submit either:

1)         Certification of lawful active practice in another jurisdiction for at least 3 of the last 5 years. The certification shall include a statement from the appropriate board or licensing authority in the other jurisdiction that the licensee was authorized to practice during the term of said active practice; or

2)         An affidavit attesting to military service as provided in Section 16 of the Act.  If an applicant applies for restoration of a license within 2 years of termination of such service, he/she shall have the license restored without paying any lapsed renewal or restoration fees.

c)         If the licensee has not maintained an active practice in another jurisdiction for over 5 years, he/she shall be required to take and pass the clinical examination as provided in Section 1220.220.

(Source:  Amended at 30 Ill. Reg. 19656, effective December 18, 2006)