Massachusetts Dental License Renewal:
Dentists renew by March 31, 2026
Dental hygienists renew by March 31, 2027
Dental professionals in Massachusetts must complete continuing education (CE) to maintain an active license. ACES Advanced Continuing Education Systems offers live, interactive dental CE webinars designed to help dentists, hygienists, and dental assistants meet their renewal requirements while staying current on clinical care, compliance, and patient safety.
Massachusetts Dental CE Requirements – Quick Summary
- Dentists (DDS/DMD): 40 CEUs every 2 years
- Dental Hygienists (RDH): 20 CEUs every 2 years
- Dental Assistants: 12 CEUs every 2 years
- Dentist Renewal Deadline: March 31 of even-numbered years
- Hygienist Renewal Deadline: March 31 of odd-numbered years
- Dental Assistant Renewal Deadline: October 31 of odd-numbered years
- Required Topics: CDC Guidelines / infection control and current CPR/AED or BLS
- Home Study Limit: Up to 20 CEUs for dentists, 10 for hygienists, and 6 for assistants
ACES provides convenient live online dental CE webinars that help Massachusetts dental professionals complete CE in a practical, flexible format.
Massachusetts CE Requirements Overview
| License Type | Renewal Period | CE Hours Required | Renewal Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist (DDS / DMD) | 2 Years | 40 CEUs | March 31 of even-numbered years |
| Dental Hygienist (RDH) | 2 Years | 20 CEUs | March 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Dental Assistant | 2 Years | 12 CEUs | October 31 of odd-numbered years |
Dentist Continuing Education Requirements (Massachusetts)
Massachusetts dentists must complete 40 CEUs during each 2-year renewal cycle.
Required Topics
- CDC Guidelines / infection control
- Current CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS)
Dentists who hold anesthesia permits may need to maintain advanced life support certification appropriate to their permit level.
Massachusetts also limits the amount of CE that may be completed through individual study or home study, so dentists should balance live and self-study credits appropriately.
Dental Hygienist CE Requirements (Massachusetts)
Massachusetts dental hygienists must complete 20 CEUs during each 2-year renewal cycle.
Required Topics
- CDC Guidelines / infection control
- Current CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS)
Dental hygienists may complete a portion of their CE through individual study, but the state places limits on how much home-study credit may be counted toward renewal.
Dental Assistant CE Requirements (Massachusetts)
Massachusetts dental assistants must complete 12 CEUs during each 2-year renewal cycle.
Required Topics
- CDC Guidelines / infection control
- Current CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS)
Dental assistants also have a cap on the number of CEUs that may be earned through individual study or home-study courses.
Massachusetts Dental License Renewal
Massachusetts does not use one single renewal date for every license type.
- Dentists: Renew by March 31 of even-numbered years
- Dental Hygienists: Renew by March 31 of odd-numbered years
- Dental Assistants: Renew by October 31 of odd-numbered years
When renewing your license, you must complete the required CE for your license type, maintain current CPR or BLS certification, and attest that your continuing education has been completed.
CEUs may not be carried over from one renewal cycle to the next.
Complete Your Massachusetts Dental CE Online
ACES makes it easier to complete your Massachusetts dental CE requirements with live, interactive webinars designed for busy dental professionals.
- Earn CE credits from home or the office
- Attend live, interactive online webinars
- Learn from experienced dental educators
- Stay current on clinical and compliance topics
- Complete CE in a flexible format that fits your schedule
Browse upcoming courses and start earning your Massachusetts dental CE today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CEUs do Massachusetts dentists need?
Massachusetts dentists must complete 40 CEUs every 2 years.
How many CEUs do Massachusetts dental hygienists need?
Massachusetts dental hygienists must complete 20 CEUs every 2 years.
How many CEUs do Massachusetts dental assistants need?
Massachusetts dental assistants must complete 12 CEUs every 2 years.
Is CPR or BLS required in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts requires continuous certification in CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS) for renewal.
Can Massachusetts dental professionals complete CE online?
Massachusetts allows some CE through individual study or home study, but the state limits how many of those CEUs can be counted toward renewal.
Dental CE Requirements in Other States
Looking for dental continuing education requirements in another state? Explore these popular state CE requirement pages:
ACES provides live interactive dental CE webinars accepted by state dental boards across the United States.
- California Dental CE Requirements
- Texas Dental CE Requirements
- Florida Dental CE Requirements
- New York Dental CE Requirements
- Pennsylvania Dental CE Requirements
- Illinois Dental CE Requirements
- Ohio Dental CE Requirements
- Washington Dental CE Requirements
- Michigan Dental CE Requirements
- North Carolina Dental CE Requirements
- Virginia Dental CE Requirements
- Tennessee Dental CE Requirements
- New Jersey Dental CE Requirements
- Arizona Dental CE Requirements
- Colorado Dental CE Requirements
- Indiana Dental CE Requirements
Disclaimer
ACES has compiled this information to assist you in understanding Massachusetts dental continuing education requirements. ACES cannot guarantee accuracy, and it is each professional’s responsibility to comply with their continuing education requirements. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry. If you notice any inaccuracies, please email aces@aces4ce.net so we can correct any errors.