How many CE credits do Maryland General Dentists need to renew their license?

Maryland General Dentists must complete 30 CE Credits every every 2 years renewal cycle to maintain their license. At least 13 hours must be earned through live activities.

How often does a Maryland General Dentist license renew?

The Maryland General Dentist license renews on an every 2 years cycle. Specifically, the renewal date is June 30, 2026 - every even-numbered years.

Is AchieveCE accredited for Maryland General Dentist CE?

Yes. AchieveCE is accredited by Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and our courses are accepted toward Maryland General Dentist license renewal.

Does AchieveCE automatically report CE credits for Maryland General Dentists?

Yes. After course completion, your CE credits are automatically reported to CE Broker and AGD, typically within 24 hours.

How are AchieveCE courses delivered?

All courses are 100% online with mobile and desktop access. You can pause and resume anytime, and there are no time limits or restrictions on test attempts. Certificates are delivered instantly upon completion.

How much does AchieveCE cost for Maryland General Dentist CE?

The Maryland General Dentist CE Package is priced at $197. Individual courses and a full General Dentist membership are also available.

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State requirements for Maryland Dentists

Next Renewal Date

Every 2 years on June 30 (odd or even year, based on when your license was first issued)

Total Hours Required

30 Hours

Live Hour Requirement

13 Live Hours

General Hours

25 General Hours

Required Courses

All Maryland Dentists Need (every renewal):
- 3 Hours Infection Control
- 2 Hours Proper Prescribing and Disposal of Prescription Drugs
- 2 Hours Abuse and Neglect (Every Other Renewal)
- Implicit Bias and Structural Racism Training (One Time Only, at your first renewal after April 1, 2026)
- Current CPR certification (Must Be Maintained, Not Hour-Based)
Some Maryland Dentists Also Need:
- 24 Hours Sedation and Anesthesia CE (our course covers 2 of the 24 hours) - If Holding a Sedation or Anesthesia Permit (on its own 5-year cycle)
- 8 Hours DEA MATE Training on Opioid or Substance Use Disorder - If Holding a DEA Registration (One Time Only)

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How many CE hours do Maryland dentists need?

Maryland dentist CE totals 30 hours of Board-approved continuing education every 2 years ( COMAR 10.44.22.04 ; Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners ). Every license expires June 30 of the second year after it was issued, so you renew on June 30 of an odd-numbered or even-numbered year depending on when your license first took effect ( COMAR 10.44.10.01 ). The next renewals are June 30, 2027 and June 30, 2028. Start with the Maryland dentist CE package . Working with a hygienist? See Maryland dental hygienist CE .

Which CE topics are required for Maryland dentists?

Every renewal you need 3 hours of infection control and 2 hours of proper prescribing and disposal of prescription drugs , both counted within the 30 hours. Renewals in 2025, 2026 and 2027 may use a single Board-approved 2-hour infection control course, or two 1-hour courses, in place of the 3-hour course ( Board CE FAQ ). Two more items come due: 2 hours on abuse and neglect every other renewal, and a one-time implicit bias and structural racism training at your first renewal after April 1, 2026 ( COMAR 10.44.22.04 ; Health Occ. 1-225 ). You must also keep current CPR certification. A sedation or anesthesia permit holder completes 24 hours of sedation CE over the permit's own 5-year term ( COMAR 10.44.12.29 ), and a dentist with a DEA registration completes the federal DEA MATE training once ( DEA MATE Act FAQ ).

Does Maryland accept AGD PACE credit?

Yes. Maryland's dental board pre-approves courses sponsored by the Academy of General Dentistry and recognizes courses approved through AGD PACE, as long as the course is designed to improve clinical knowledge and the ability to treat dental patients ( COMAR 10.44.22.08 ). AchieveCE is an AGD PACE approved provider (ID# 386503). AGD PACE approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement.

Does Maryland audit dentist CE?

Yes. The Board audits a percentage of dentists each renewal cycle. If you are selected you submit certificates of completion and proof of current CPR certification ( COMAR 10.44.22.14 ). You attest to CE at renewal, and you keep your own CE records for 5 years ( COMAR 10.44.22.03 ). AchieveCE reports your completions to AGD PACE within 24 business hours, and your certificate is available the moment you finish a course. Our support team is on live chat, email, and phone, 7 days a week.

Do Maryland dentists need live CE?

Yes. At least 13 of your 30 hours must come from in-person Board-approved courses or live webinars presented in real time with interaction. Up to 17 hours can be earned through self-study activities, and the Board may consider pre-recorded webinars for those 17 hours ( COMAR 10.44.22.04 ). Use our online package for the 17-hour portion, then add live CE through our live webinars and the Dentistry Advanced membership .

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

No. A dentist licensed within 6 months of graduating from an approved dental school is exempt from CE at the first renewal ( COMAR 10.44.22.04 ).

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

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