Dentists · Maryland · Continuing education
Maryland Dental CE Requirements for Dentists (2026)
01 In short
- DDS/DMD30 hours every 2 years, including 2 h child abuse recognition & reporting (every 4 years), 3 h infection control, 2 h controlled substances prescribing; renewal by June 30.
Official source: the state licensing board · checked Oct 28, 2026
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03 Requirements
Maryland DDS/DMD CE requirements at a glance
- CE required
- 30hours
- Renewal cycle
- 2 years
- Deadline
- Jun 30
- Reporting
- Attestation
- Renewal deadline
- By June 30
- Accepted credit
- Board-approved only. Automatically approved: courses by accredited dental/hygiene schools, ADA, NDA, ADHA, NDHA, AGD, AMA, AHA, Red Cross, ADA/AMA specialty societies, VA, US uniformed services, HHS, Maryland Dept. of Health and their components; courses approved by ADA CERP, AGD PACE, AADB ACE or AADH
- New licensees
- Licensed within 6 months of graduating from an approved school: no CE for the first renewal.
- Audits & records
- Keep written documentation of completed CE for 5 years; the Board audits CE records (COMAR 10.44.22.14).
- Renew online
- mdbod.mylicense.com ↗
| Topic | Hours | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Child abuse recognition & reportingBoard-approved course on abuse and neglect under Maryland law, every other renewal cycle | 2 | every 4 years |
| Infection controlSingle 3-hour Board-approved course based on the CDC Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings | 3 | every renewal |
| Controlled substances prescribingDentists: proper prescribing and disposal of prescription drugs | 2 | every renewal |
| CPR / Basic Life Support certificationCurrent AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers, Red Cross Professional Rescuer or Board-approved equivalent | — | every renewal |
Good to know. At least 13 hours in person or live webinar; max 17 hours self-study. Current CPR: AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers, Red Cross Professional Rescuer or Board-approved equivalent. CE period July 1 to June 30 of the renewal year. Optional: up to 8 h pro bono, 4 h cultural competency/military culture/implicit bias.
Source: regs.maryland.gov · COMAR 10.44.22 · checked Oct 28, 2026
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05 Questions
Which CE courses count for dentists in Maryland?
Board-approved only. Automatically approved: courses by accredited dental/hygiene schools, ADA, NDA, ADHA, NDHA, AGD, AMA, AHA, Red Cross, ADA/AMA specialty societies, VA, US uniformed services, HHS, Maryland Dept. of Health and their components; courses approved by ADA CERP, AGD PACE, AADB ACE or AADH.
How many CE hours do dentists need in Maryland?
30 hours every 2 years.
How do I verify a dentist license in Maryland?
Use the license lookup of the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners (health.maryland.gov/dental); the board's own record is the primary source. CE status itself is checked by the board at renewal.
Which CE topics are mandatory for dentists in Maryland?
Child abuse recognition & reporting — 2 h (every 4 years); Infection control — 3 h (every renewal); Controlled substances prescribing — 2 h (every renewal); CPR / Basic Life Support certification (every renewal).
When is the renewal deadline for dentists in Maryland?
Licenses renew by June 30 (2 years cycle).