Alabama Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Fees, deadlines, and what's required to renew a dental license in Alabama.
Alabama dental license and permit fees are set by rule with a maximum allowable amount, and the Board currently charges less than that ceiling for most credentials. Fees below reflect the Board's Fee Schedule (revised April 2025).
Initial licensing fees
| Credential | Amount charged | Statutory maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Dental License by Regional Exam | $700.00 | $1,000.00 |
| Dental License by Credentials | $2,500.00 | $4,000.00 |
| Dental Hygiene License by Regional Exam | $350.00 | $500.00 |
| Dental Hygiene License by Credentials | $1,400.00 | $2,000.00 |
| Special Purpose License | $450.00 | $750.00 |
| Military Spouse License | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Special Volunteer License | $50.00 | $150.00 |
Annual renewal fees
| Credential | Amount charged | Statutory maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Annual Registration | $350.00 | $500.00 |
| Dental Hygiene Annual Registration | $70.00 | $150.00 |
Common permit fees include the Controlled Substance Permit ($225.00 new / $150.00 renewal, plus a $10.00 state PDMP fee), the Oral Conscious Sedation Permit ($200.00 new / $100.00 renewal), the Parenteral Sedation and General Anesthesia Permits ($1,350.00 new / $300.00 renewal each), and the Hygiene Infiltration Anesthesia Permit ($100.00 new / $75.00 renewal). A duplicate or replacement license costs $25.00, dental license reinstatement carries a $250.00 penalty, and dental hygiene reinstatement carries a $100.00 penalty.
Helpful Resources
Alabama Board of Dentistry
Board contact information, licensing requirements, and complaint procedures.
Learn more →Alabama Dental Association
Membership, contact details, and how the state dental association supports licensed dentists.
Learn more →License Requirements
See the exams, education, and application steps required to become a licensed dentist or dental hygienist in every state.
Learn more →CE Requirements
See how many continuing education hours are required to renew your license in each state, and which courses qualify.
Learn more →How to Verify a License
Verify a dentist's or hygienist's license status using each state board's official lookup tool.
Learn more →How to File a Complaint
Step-by-step guidance on filing a complaint against a dentist or hygienist with your state dental board.
Learn more →Disciplinary Actions
How state dental boards investigate and discipline dentists, and how to check a practitioner's public record.
Learn more →Dental Specialties
The 12 recognized dental specialties explained, from orthodontics to oral surgery, and how specialty licensing works.
Learn more →This page is your Alabama renewal starting point
Fees and deadlines above cover what it takes to renew, but continuing education specifics and complaint procedures live on the board's main page. Before you renew, verify your license status is current and in good standing using the tool above.