Connecticut Dentist CE

Commissioner-designated CE topic

• Prescribing controlled substances and pain management

• Record-keeping / risk management

• Infection control

• Access to care

• HIPAA compliance

• Medical emergencies in the dental office (including current CPR training)

• Sexual assault and domestic abuse

• Cultural competence

• Mental-health conditions common to veterans

• Diagnostic technology

First-time renewal: Dentists applying for license renewal for the first time are exempt from the continuing education requirement.

Certification alternative: Dentists must attest to completion of CE on a department-prescribed form and retain records for at least three years. Documentation must be submitted to the department within 45 days of a request.

Sedation: Dentists must obtain a permit to administer moderate or deep sedation. Requirements include advanced cardiac life support certification, staff BLS certification, and successful completion of an on-site evaluation.

Dispensing: Dentists are authorized as prescribing practitioners and may dispense medications within their scope, following all state and federal requirements for labeling, recordkeeping, and controlled substances.