Arkansas Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Quick Answer
Arkansas dentists must renew their licenses through Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners on a biennial basis under state dental practice law, submitting a $300.00 renewal fee to maintain active licensure. Renewal requires completing 50 hours of continuing education every 2 years and staying in compliance with board requirements to remain in good standing.
Open Official Arkansas Dental Board Portal ↗Continuing Education
50 hrs
every 2 years
License Renewal
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee (Dentist)
$300.00
Arkansas dental license and permit fees are set by the Board and fund all of its operations — the Board receives no state general-fund appropriation. Fees were reduced by roughly 95% effective July 1, 2023, and the schedule below reflects those current rates.
Initial application fees
| License / permit | By examination | By credentials |
|---|---|---|
| Dentist | $8.00 | $50.00 |
| Dental Hygienist | $5.00 | $18.00 |
| Dentist specialty license | $15.00 | — |
| Registered Dental Assistant permit | $4.00 | — |
| Hygienist local anesthesia permit | $1.00 | — |
Biennial renewal fees
| License / permit | Renewal fee |
|---|---|
| Dentist | $300.00 |
| Dental Hygienist | $100.00 |
| Registered Dental Assistant permit | $50.00 |
Other fees include a $25.00 dental corporation/LLC registration fee and a $25.00 fee to remake a wall certificate. Renewals for dentists and dental hygienists are processed online through the Board's portal at renew.statesolutions.us/asbde.
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