Iowa Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Fees, deadlines, and what's required to renew a dental license in Iowa.
Iowa dental license and registration fees are set under Iowa Administrative Code 481—Chapter 571 (Dental Board Fees) and are paid through the Iowa Dental Board online services portal. Dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants renew every two years; the current renewal period runs from September 2024 through August 2026.
Initial application fees
| License type | On the basis of exam | On the basis of credentials/verification |
|---|---|---|
| Dentist (DDS/DMD) | $200.00 | $550.00 |
| Dental Hygienist (RDH) | $100.00 | $200.00 |
| Dental Assistant (RDA, no radiography) | $40.00 | — |
| Dental Assistant with radiography (QDA) | $60.00 | — |
Other application fees: background check packet $46.00 (dentists and hygienists); dentist or hygienist faculty permit $200.00; moderate sedation or general anesthesia permit $500.00; dentist resident license $120.00; local anesthesia permit (hygienists) $70.00; radiography-only qualification (QDA/XDA) $40.00.
Renewal fees (every 2 years)
| License type | Renewal fee | Late fee (Sept.) | Late fee (Oct.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentist (DDS/DMD) | $315.00 | $100.00 | $150.00 |
| Dental Hygienist (RDH) | $150.00 | $100.00 | $150.00 |
| Dental Assistant (RDA) | $75.00 | $20.00 | $40.00 |
| Dental Assistant with radiography (QDA) | $115.00 | $20.00 | $40.00 |
Permit renewals: moderate sedation or general anesthesia permit $125.00; local anesthesia permit (hygienists) $25.00; faculty permit $315.00.
Miscellaneous fees: duplicate license/permit/registration certificate $25.00; hard-copy renewal card $25.00 (electronic copies are free); written license certification or verification $25.00; facility inspection at actual cost up to $500.00; returned check $39.00. See the Board's full fee schedule for reinstatement and temporary permit fees.
Helpful Resources
Iowa Board of Dentistry
Board contact information, licensing requirements, and complaint procedures.
Learn more →Iowa 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 Iowa 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.