Idaho Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Quick Answer
Idaho dentists must renew their licenses through Idaho State Board of Dentistry on a biennial basis under state dental practice law to maintain active licensure. Renewal requires completing 30 hours of continuing education every 2 years and staying in compliance with board requirements to remain in good standing.
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30 hrs
every 2 years
License Renewal
Every 2 years
Idaho dental license fees are capped by statute (Idaho Code § 54-920) and set within those caps by Board rule. As of January 1, 2026, DOPL placed the Board of Dentistry under a Fee Holiday, waiving renewal fees for dentists and dental hygienists who renew on or before their license expiration date; licensees who renew late remain responsible for all applicable fees. The table below reflects the Board's current published fee schedule, effective July 1, 2026.
| License type | Application fee | License fee | Renewal fee | Late fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist / Dental Specialist | $300.00 | $280.00 | $0.00 (Fee Holiday) | $50.00 |
| Dental Hygienist | $150.00 | $130.00 | $0.00 (Fee Holiday) | $50.00 |
| Sedation Permit | $300.00 | $300.00 | $300.00 | — |
Statutory maximum biennial license fees under Idaho Code § 54-920(2) are $400.00 for an active dentist, dental specialist, or general anesthesia/deep sedation dentist, $300.00 for an active dental therapist, and $220.00 for an active dental hygienist, with lower caps for inactive-status licenses. A license expires, and a $50.00 late fee applies, if a complete renewal application and fee are not submitted within 30 days of expiration; after that window the license is canceled.
License fees for new applicants are prorated from the date of licensure to the next scheduled renewal date. Application fees are non-refundable. Confirm current fee amounts before submitting payment at dopl.idaho.gov/bod/.
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