Dental professionals in New York must complete continuing education (CE) to maintain an active license and registration. ACES Advanced Continuing Education Systems offers live, interactive dental CE webinars designed to help dentists and dental hygienists meet their renewal requirements while staying current on clinical care, compliance, and patient safety.
In New York, continuing education is tied to a 3-year registration period. CE must be completed during each registration cycle.
New York Dental CE Requirements – Quick Summary
- Renewal Cycle: Every 3 Years
- Dentists (DDS/DMD): 60 CE Hours
- Dental Hygienists (RDH): 24 CE Hours
- Infection Control: State-approved course every 4 years
- CPR: Dentists must maintain current CPR certification
- One-Time Dentist Requirements: Tobacco education and New York dental jurisprudence/ethics
ACES offers convenient live online dental CE webinars that help New York dental professionals complete credits from home or the office.
New York CE Requirements Overview
| License Type | Registration Period | CE Hours Required |
|---|---|---|
| Dentist (DDS / DMD) | 3 Years | 60 Hours |
| Dental Hygienist (RDH) | 3 Years | 24 Hours |
New York accepts continuing education from approved sponsors, including ADA CERP-recognized providers. ACES is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
Dentist Continuing Education Requirements (New York)
New York dentists must complete 60 contact hours of continuing education during each 3-year registration period.
Required Topics and Conditions
- Infection Control: Dentists must complete a State-approved infection control course every 4 years.
- CPR: Dentists must maintain current CPR certification.
- Tobacco Education: Dentists must complete a one-time 2-hour course on the oral health effects of tobacco and tobacco products.
- Dental Jurisprudence and Ethics: Dentists must complete a one-time State-approved course in New York dental jurisprudence and ethics.
New York also allows dentists to count certain CPR coursework toward CE, subject to state limits.
Dental Hygienist CE Requirements (New York)
New York dental hygienists must complete 24 contact hours of continuing education during each 3-year registration period.
Required Topics and Conditions
- Infection Control: Dental hygienists must complete a State-approved infection control course every 4 years.
- Courses must be within the hygienist’s legal scope of practice.
- CPR coursework may count toward CE, subject to state limits.
ACES live webinars help hygienists complete approved CE hours in a convenient format that fits a busy schedule.
New York Dental Registration and Renewal
New York dental continuing education requirements apply to each 3-year registration period. Licensees are responsible for completing CE on time and maintaining records of completion.
When renewing your registration, you should be prepared to:
- Complete the required CE hours for your registration period
- Maintain proof of course completion
- Attest to compliance with New York requirements
- Maintain infection control compliance as required
The New York State Board does not maintain each licensee’s CE records, so it is important to keep your own documentation.
Complete Your New York Dental CE Online
ACES makes it easier to complete your New York CE requirements with live, interactive webinars for dental professionals.
With ACES you can:
- Earn CE credits from home or the office
- Attend live, interactive webinars in real time
- Learn from experienced dental educators
- Complete CE in a format that works with your schedule
- Avoid travel and classroom inconvenience
Browse upcoming courses and start earning your New York dental CE today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CE hours do New York dentists need?
New York dentists must complete 60 contact hours every 3 years.
How many CE hours do New York dental hygienists need?
New York dental hygienists must complete 24 contact hours every 3 years.
Is infection control required in New York?
Yes. New York dentists and dental hygienists must complete a State-approved infection control course every 4 years.
Do New York dentists need CPR?
Yes. New York dentists must maintain current CPR certification.
Can New York dental professionals complete CE online?
Many New York dental professionals choose live online CE because it is convenient and flexible. Courses should always be taken through approved sponsors and should fit the licensee’s applicable requirements.
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
- Pennsylvania Dental CE Requirements
- Illinois Dental CE Requirements
- Ohio Dental CE Requirements
- Massachusetts 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 New York 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 New York State Board Of Dentistry. If you notice any inaccuracies, please email aces@aces4ce.net.