What must advertisements by dentists include?

• A. The dentist's office hours only
• B. The dentist's license status and hospital affiliation
• C. The Florida licensed dentist's name, license number, and current contact information
• D. The dentist's tax identification number

Answer: (C)

In Florida, what a dentist puts in an advertisement must clearly identify who is licensed to practice and how to reach them, so patients can verify credentials and contact the clinician. The strongest and most complete requirement is to include the Florida-licensed dentist’s name, license number, and current contact information. This combination confirms licensure and points patients to a legitimate, traceable practitioner.

Including only office hours would not verify licensure. Mentioning hospital affiliation isn’t a standard advertising requirement, and a tax identification number isn’t appropriate or required for patient-facing ads. The license number and current contact details (such as address, phone, or website) are the essential pieces that ensure transparency and accessibility.