Complete your Ohio dental continuing education requirements with convenient live online webinars from ACES.
Ohio Dental CE Requirements at a Glance
Ohio Dental License Renewal Dates Vary by Licensee
Ohio dentists and dental hygienists renew their licenses on a two-year cycle. Under current Ohio law, a dental or dental hygiene license expires two years from its date of issuance, so there is no longer one statewide renewal deadline for all licensees.
Dentists must complete at least 30 hours of continuing education during each biennial cycle, while dental hygienists must complete at least 20 hours.
Because renewal dates vary, Ohio dental professionals should check their individual license expiration date and make sure their required CE is complete before renewal.
Why Ohio 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
- ACES reports completed courses to CE Broker
- ADA CERP Recognized Provider
ACES + CE Broker for Ohio Dental Professionals
The Ohio State Dental Board accepts continuing education transcripts from CE tracking services such as CE Broker.
ACES reports completed Ohio courses to CE Broker, helping make it easier to keep your continuing education records organized and up to date.
We also recommend keeping copies of your CE certificates for your own records and reviewing your CE Broker account to make sure your completed courses have been properly recorded.
Ohio Dentist Continuing Education Requirements
Ohio dentists must complete at least 30 hours of continuing dental education every two years.
Acceptable continuing education includes dental education and scientific courses covering clinical and non-clinical topics relevant to the practice of dentistry. Ohio also recognizes directly interactive presentations that allow participants to interact with the instructor in real time.
Additional continuing education or certification requirements may apply to dentists who hold sedation or other specialized permits.
Ohio Dental Hygienist Continuing Education Requirements
Ohio dental hygienists must complete at least 20 hours of continuing dental hygiene education every two years.
Dental hygienists must also maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for license renewal. Ohio allows the required BLS training to count toward the hygienist's continuing education requirement.
Can Ohio Dental Professionals Complete CE Online?
Yes. Ohio recognizes several continuing education formats, including directly interactive presentations where participants can provide feedback and interact with the instructor in real time.
ACES webinars are live and interactive, allowing Ohio dentists and dental hygienists to participate in real time from home or the office.
Still Need Ohio CE Hours?
ACES offers live online dental CE webinars throughout the year, making it easy to work continuing education into your schedule before your individual Ohio license renewal date.
Each ACES course provides 3 CE credit hours. Whether you need several courses or just a few remaining hours, you can choose from a wide range of live dental CE topics throughout the month.
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View Required CoursesFrequently Asked Questions
How many CE hours do Ohio dentists need?
Ohio dentists must complete at least 30 hours of continuing dental education during each two-year renewal cycle.
How many CE hours do Ohio dental hygienists need?
Ohio dental hygienists must complete at least 20 hours of continuing dental hygiene education during each two-year renewal cycle.
When is the Ohio dental license renewal deadline?
Ohio no longer has one universal renewal date for all dentists and dental hygienists. Licenses are valid for two years from their date of issuance, so each professional should check their individual license expiration date.
Does Ohio use CE Broker?
The Ohio State Dental Board accepts continuing education transcripts from CE tracking services such as CE Broker. ACES reports completed Ohio courses to CE Broker.
Does ACES report my courses to CE Broker?
Yes. ACES reports completed Ohio courses to CE Broker. We also recommend checking your CE Broker account and keeping copies of your course certificates for your records.
How many CE hours is each ACES webinar?
All ACES live, interactive webinars provide 3 CE credit hours.
Can I complete Ohio dental CE online?
Ohio recognizes directly interactive continuing education presentations that allow participants to interact with the instructor in real time. ACES provides live, interactive online webinars that allow dental professionals to participate from home or the office.
Do Ohio dental hygienists need BLS certification?
Yes. Ohio dental hygienists must maintain current Basic Life Support certification when renewing their licenses. Qualifying BLS training may also be applied toward the hygienist's continuing education requirement.
Important Notice
ACES strives to provide accurate and up-to-date information regarding Ohio dental continuing education requirements. Because licensing regulations and individual renewal dates may change, dental professionals should always verify their current requirements and license expiration date with the Ohio State Dental Board.