Maine Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Fees, deadlines, and what's required to renew a dental license in Maine.
Maine dental license and permit fees are set by Board Rule Chapter 7 under the authority of 32 M.R.S. §§ 18323(3) and 18324. Most licenses and authorities run on a 2-year (biennial) term; EFDA licenses run on a 5-year term from the date of issue.
Initial and renewal fees
| License / permit | Term | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Dentist, Faculty Dentist, Limited Dentist | 2 yr | $750.00 |
| Resident Dentist | 2 yr | $550.00 |
| Sedation/general anesthesia permits (Moderate I, Moderate II, Deep Sedation/GA, Itinerant Dentist) | 2 yr | $750.00 each |
| Dental Hygienist | 2 yr | $140.00 |
| Faculty Dental Hygienist | 2 yr | $200.00 |
| Dental hygiene authorities (Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide, Independent Practice, Public Health, Dental Hygiene Therapy, Provisional DHT) | 2 yr | $50.00 each |
| Denturist, Faculty Denturist | 2 yr | $200.00 |
| Expanded Function Dental Assistant | 2 yr | $200.00 |
| Dental Radiographer | 2 yr | $200.00 |
Temporary licenses and registrations
| Credential | Term | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Temporary Dentist license | 6 mo | $250.00 |
| Temporary Dental Hygienist / Denturist license | 6 mo | $150.00 |
| Temporary EFDA / Dental Radiographer license | 6 mo | $100.00 |
| Sedation/GA, Local Anesthesia, Nitrous Oxide, or Denturist Trainee registration | 1 yr | $200.00 each |
Application, late renewal, and other fees
- Initial application fee: $100.00 for dentists and dentist permits; $50.00 for dental hygienists, hygiene authorities, denturists, EFDAs, radiographers, and registrations; $100.00 for the 14-day notification form
- Late renewal (within 90 days of expiration): $100.00 for dentists/permits, $50.00 for hygienists, denturists, EFDAs, and radiographers
- Reinstatement (91 days to 2 years after expiration): equal to the initial licensure fee for the credential, and the applicant must meet all initial-licensure qualifications
- Duplicate license: $25.00 | License verification: $25.00 | Licensee data list: $75.00
Renewal notices are emailed to the address on file at least 60 days before expiration. Licensees must notify the Board in writing of any address or name change within 10 days.
Helpful Resources
Maine Board of Dentistry
Board contact information, licensing requirements, and complaint procedures.
Learn more →Maine 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 Maine 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.