Illinois Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Quick Answer
Illinois dentists must renew their licenses through Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) on a triennial basis under state dental practice law, submitting a $300.00 renewal fee to maintain active licensure. Renewal requires completing 48 hours of continuing education every 3 years and staying in compliance with board requirements to remain in good standing.
Open Official Illinois Dental Board Portal ↗Continuing Education
48 hrs
every 3 years
License Renewal
Every 3 years
Renewal Fee (Dentist)
$300.00
Illinois dental license fees are set by rule at 68 Ill. Admin. Code § 1220.415 and are non-refundable. Dentists, dental specialists, and dental hygienists renew on a 3-year (triennial) cycle, with all licenses expiring on September 30 of the renewal year.
Application fees
| Credential | Application fee |
|---|---|
| Dentist (initial license) | $250.00 |
| Dental Specialist | $300.00 |
| Dental Hygienist (initial license) | $100.00 |
| Dentist licensed in another jurisdiction (endorsement) | $750.00 |
| Dental Hygienist licensed in another jurisdiction (endorsement) | $300.00 |
| Dental Sedation Permit | $300.00 |
| Restricted Faculty License | $250.00 |
| Temporary Training License | $150.00 |
| Continuing Education Sponsor | $1,000.00 |
| Temporary Visiting Dentist | $100.00 |
Triennial renewal fees
| Credential | Renewal fee (per 3-year cycle) |
|---|---|
| Dentist | $300.00 ($100.00/year) |
| Dental Specialist | $300.00 ($100.00/year) |
| Dental Hygienist | $150.00 ($50.00/year) |
| Dental Sedation Permit | $300.00 ($100.00/year) |
| Continuing Education Sponsor | $700.00 |
| Restricted Faculty License | $150.00 |
General fees
- License restoration (other than from inactive status): $50.00 plus all lapsed renewal fees
- Duplicate, replacement, or name/address-change license (outside renewal period): $20.00
- Certification of a licensee's record: $20.00
- Exam score review/verification: $20.00, plus any fee charged by the testing service
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