Georgia Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Fees, deadlines, and what's required to renew a dental license in Georgia.
Georgia dental licenses renew on a biennial cycle: under Board Rule 150-3-.05, all dental and dental-hygiene licenses expire at the close of December 31 in every odd-numbered year. Dentist licenses are administratively revoked on July 1 of the following even-numbered year if not renewed; dental hygienists have a late-renewal window from January 1 through June 30 of that same even-numbered year. Renewals are processed online through the Board's eGov portal at gadch.mylicense.com/eGov; paper renewal forms are not available.
Application and licensure fees
| Fee | Dentist | Dental Hygienist |
|---|---|---|
| Licensure by examination | $125.00 | $75.00 |
| Licensure by credentials / endorsement | $3,025.00 | $1,025.00 |
| Reinstatement of a lapsed license | $1,675.00 | $375.00 |
Biennial renewal fees
| Fee | Dentist | Dental Hygienist |
|---|---|---|
| On-time renewal application fee | $260.00 | $85.00 |
| Late renewal fee | $525.00 | $275.00 |
Dentists who hold a sedation or anesthesia permit pay an additional $300.00 application fee, a $200.00 permit renewal fee, and a $405.00 late renewal fee. Other published fees include: license verification, $25.00; roster of licensees, $100.00; decorative wall certificate, $50.00 (dentist) or $25.00 (hygienist); and a $40.00 bad-check charge.
Helpful Resources
Georgia Board of Dentistry
Board contact information, licensing requirements, and complaint procedures.
Learn more →Georgia 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 Georgia 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.