Delaware Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Fees, deadlines, and what's required to renew a dental license in Delaware.
All Delaware dental license fees are processed securely through DELPROS, which uses a shopping-cart system so applicants can pay for multiple applications or services at once, by credit or debit card, or delegate payment to a third party. Cash, checks, and money orders sent by mail are not accepted, and all processing fees are non-refundable.
Initial application fees
| License type | Application fee |
|---|---|
| Dentist | $362 |
| Dentist Academic | $352 |
| Dentist Limited-Resident | $77 |
| Dentist-Community Health | $352 |
| Dentist-Community Health Upgrade to Dentist | $40 |
| Dental Hygienist | $117 |
| Dental Interstate Telehealth Registration | $50 |
| Anesthesia Restricted Permit I | $96 |
| Anesthesia Restricted Permit II | $96 |
| Anesthesia Unrestricted Permit | $96 |
Examination fees
| Exam | Fee |
|---|---|
| Dentist Exam Fee (in addition to application fee) | $250 |
| Dentist Late Exam Fee | $125 |
| Dental Hygienist Exam Fee (in addition to application fee) | $100 |
| Dental Hygienist Late Exam Fee | $50 |
Renewal and other fees
Delaware does not publish a flat renewal fee — licensees are notified of the exact renewal amount at the time of renewal in DELPROS. A late fee equal to 50% of the renewal fee applies to any renewal submitted after the license expiration date.
| Service Request | Fee |
|---|---|
| Inactive License Status Change (Dentist, Dentist Academic, Dental Hygienist) | $45 |
| CE Course Approval | $45 if submitted by the course provider; no fee if submitted by the licensee |
| Request for License Roster | $45 |
| Verification of Licensure | $35 |
| Verification of Licensure with Exam Scores/Hours/History | $45 |
| Dental Hygienist Request to Administer Local Anesthesia | $25 |
Renewal cycle
- Dentist, Dentist Academic, and Dental Hygienist licenses, plus Dental Interstate Telehealth Registrations and anesthesia permits, expire May 31 of even-numbered years.
- Dentist-Community Health licenses expire two years from their issue date.
- Dental Resident Limited licenses expire annually on June 30 and may be renewed each year while the residency continues.
- Late renewals may be filed up to one year after expiration with the late fee; after one year, the license terminates and the holder must reapply as a new applicant.
- Active licenses (Dentist, Hygienist, Academic) may be placed on inactive status for up to four years by Service Request in DELPROS.
Helpful Resources
Delaware Board of Dentistry
Board contact information, licensing requirements, and complaint procedures.
Learn more →Delaware State Dental Society
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 Delaware 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.