Complete your Massachusetts dental continuing education requirements with convenient live online webinars from ACES.
Massachusetts Dental CE Requirements at a Glance
Massachusetts Dental Hygienists Renew March 31, 2027
Massachusetts dental hygienists are the next group approaching renewal. Hygienists must complete at least 20 CEUs during each two-year renewal cycle, with the next renewal deadline on March 31, 2027.
Massachusetts dentists renew on the alternating even-year cycle and must complete at least 40 CEUs every two years. The next dentist renewal deadline is March 31, 2028.
Continuing education must be completed during the applicable renewal cycle, and unused CE credits generally cannot be carried forward into the next cycle.
Why Massachusetts Dental Professionals Choose ACES
- Live, interactive online webinars
- All ACES courses are 3 CE credit hours
- Real-time interaction with course instructors
- Attend from home or office
- Daytime, evening and weekend course options
- Easy online registration
- Practical clinical topics for dentists and hygienists
- Courses available throughout the year
- ADA CERP Recognized Provider
Massachusetts Dental Hygienist Continuing Education Requirements
Massachusetts dental hygienists must complete at least 20 CEUs every two years.
Dental hygienists renew by March 31 in odd-numbered years, making the next renewal deadline March 31, 2027.
Massachusetts also requires dental hygienists to complete continuing education covering CDC Guidelines and maintain current CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
CE must be earned during the applicable renewal period and cannot be carried forward into a future renewal cycle.
Massachusetts Dentist Continuing Education Requirements
Massachusetts dentists must complete at least 40 CEUs every two years.
Dentists renew by March 31 in even-numbered years, making the next Massachusetts dentist renewal deadline March 31, 2028.
Dentists must complete continuing education covering CDC Guidelines and maintain current CPR/AED or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Additional certification or continuing education requirements may apply to dentists who hold anesthesia permits or prescribe controlled substances.
Massachusetts Controlled Substance & Pain Management Training
Massachusetts dentists who hold a Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration, DEA registration, or otherwise prescribe controlled substances may be subject to additional continuing education requirements related to safe and effective opioid prescribing, pain management and substance use disorders.
Dentists should review their individual prescribing and registration requirements when planning continuing education for renewal.
Can Massachusetts Dental Professionals Complete CE Online?
Yes. Massachusetts recognizes qualifying continuing education programs, including live educational courses.
ACES webinars are live and interactive, allowing Massachusetts dentists and dental hygienists to participate in continuing education from home or the office while interacting with instructors in real time.
Still Need Massachusetts CE Hours?
ACES offers live online dental CE webinars throughout the year, making it easy to work continuing education into your schedule before your Massachusetts renewal deadline.
Each ACES course provides 3 CE credit hours. Whether you are a dental hygienist preparing for the March 31, 2027 deadline or a dentist working toward March 31, 2028, you can choose from a wide range of live dental CE topics throughout the month.
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DEA 8-Hour Mandatory Training (MATE Act)
DEA-licensed prescribers, including dentists, are subject to the federal one-time 8-hour training requirement on the treatment and management of patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.
View Required CoursesFrequently Asked Questions
How many CE hours do Massachusetts dental hygienists need?
Massachusetts dental hygienists must complete at least 20 CEUs during each two-year renewal cycle.
When is the next Massachusetts dental hygienist renewal deadline?
The next Massachusetts dental hygienist renewal deadline is March 31, 2027.
How many CE hours do Massachusetts dentists need?
Massachusetts dentists must complete at least 40 CEUs during each two-year renewal cycle.
When is the next Massachusetts dentist renewal deadline?
The next Massachusetts dentist renewal deadline is March 31, 2028.
Are there required CE topics in Massachusetts?
Yes. Massachusetts dental professionals must complete continuing education covering CDC Guidelines and maintain current CPR/AED or Basic Life Support certification. Additional requirements may apply to dentists with anesthesia permits or controlled-substance prescribing responsibilities.
Can Massachusetts dental professionals complete CE online?
Massachusetts recognizes qualifying continuing education programs, including live educational courses. ACES provides live, interactive online webinars that allow dental professionals to participate in real time from home or the office.
Can unused Massachusetts CE credits carry over?
No. CE credits earned for one Massachusetts renewal cycle cannot be carried forward to satisfy the continuing education requirement for a future renewal cycle.
How many CE hours is each ACES webinar?
All ACES live, interactive webinars provide 3 CE credit hours.
Important Notice
ACES strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information regarding Massachusetts dental continuing education requirements. Because licensing rules and individual requirements may change, dental professionals should always verify their current requirements and renewal status with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Dentistry.