Maine Dentist CE

How many CE hours do Maine dentists need?

Maine dentists need 40 hours every 2 years to renew an active license ( Maine Board of Dental Practice, Rule Chapter 13 ). Every dentist renews on December 31 of odd-numbered years, so your next date is December 31, 2027 ( Maine Board of Dental Practice, License Types ). The rule sets no live hour minimum, so all 40 hours can be completed online. Up to 10 hours combined may come from teaching, independent study, reading with an exit exam and online courses without an exit exam, so choose courses that end with a test. Start with the Maine dentist complete CE package . Looking for a different license? See Maine dental hygienist CE .

Which CE topics are required for Maine dentists?

Maine sets no universal CE topic for dentists beyond current BLS certification for healthcare providers, which needs a hands-on instructor component. Up to 3 hours of BLS can count toward the 40 ( Rule Chapter 13 ).

A dentist who prescribes opioid medication completes 3 hours of opioid prescribing CE, counted within the 40 hours rather than added to them ( Board Informational Letter ). Our Controlled Substance Prescriptions in Dentistry course (2 hours) covers 2 of those 3 hours, and our opioid epidemic course adds another 2.

A dentist holding a Board sedation permit (Moderate Level I Enteral, Moderate Level II Parenteral or Deep Sedation/General Anesthesia) completes 6 hours of sedation and anesthesia CE on the same cycle as the permit ( Board License Types ). Our sedation and anesthesia course covers 2 of the 6 hours, and our pharmacology of local anesthetics and sedation course adds 4 hours of related content. Confirm with the Board that the pharmacology course counts as sedation CE before relying on it. A dentist with a DEA registration also completes the one-time DEA MATE training ( DEA MATE Act FAQ ).

Does Maine accept AGD PACE credit?

Yes, Maine dentists can earn their hours from sponsors recognized by the Board, and AGD PACE is among the widely accepted providers ( Rule Chapter 13 ). AchieveCE is an AGD PACE approved provider (ID# 386503).

Do newly licensed Maine dentists need CE for their first renewal?

Yes, but only half. A dentist completing a first renewal needs 20 of the 40 hours plus current BLS certification ( Rule Chapter 13, Section 13-VIII ). The opioid and sedation topic hours still apply to those who prescribe or hold a permit, and they count within the 20.

Does the Maine Board of Dental Practice audit CE?

Yes. The Board audits renewal applicants at random and may audit when it has reason to believe a licensee falsely certified completion ( Rule Chapter 13, Section 13-V ). Keep documentation of every credit hour for 2 years after renewal. AchieveCE delivers your certificate the moment you finish a course. Our support team is on live chat, email, and phone, 7 days a week.

Other Maine dental licenses: Maine dental hygienist CE . Try Free dental CE before you buy, and browse every state and license in our CE course finder .

Last verified: October 25, 2026

Sources

• Maine Board of Dental Practice, Adopted Rules

• Maine Board of Dental Practice, License Types

• Maine Board of Dental Practice, Opioid Prescribing and Continuing Education Letter

• DEA Diversion Control Division, MATE Act Training FAQ