Maryland Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Fees, deadlines, and what's required to renew a dental license in Maryland.
Maryland dental credential fees are set by regulation under COMAR 10.44.20 (Health Occupations Article, §§ 4-205, 4-207, 4-304, 4-505, and 12-102.1). Dentists and dental hygienists renew on a 2-year cycle; the last digit of a license number determines the renewal year (odd numbers renew in odd years, even numbers in even years).
Initial licensing fees
| License type | Initial application fee |
|---|---|
| Dentist (by exam or licensed in another state) | $450.00 |
| Dental Hygienist (by exam or licensed in another state) | $275.00 |
| Limited License – Dentist | $225.00 (plus $75.00 foreign school credentials surcharge, if applicable) |
| Teacher's License – Dentist or Hygienist | $225.00 |
| Temporary License – Dental Hygienist | $75.00 |
| Dental Radiation Technologist (licensed elsewhere) | $20.00 |
Renewal and late fees
| License type | Renewal fee | Late renewal fee |
|---|---|---|
| Dentist | $560.00 | $300.00 (July 1–31 of the renewal year) |
| Dental Hygienist | $182.00 | $150.00 (July 1–31 of the renewal year) |
| Teacher's License | $225.00 | — |
| Dental Radiation Technologist | $68.00 | $50.00 (March 2–April 1 of the renewal year) |
Reinstatement of a lapsed license costs $860.00 for a dentist ($225.00 for a dentist teacher's license), $332.00 for a dental hygienist ($225.00 for a hygienist teacher's license), and $118.00 for a dental radiation technologist certification. A verification of licensure letter costs $20.00 and is mailed within 1–2 weeks of a written request. The Board's full fee schedule (COMAR 10.44.20.02) also lists fees for lost/duplicate licenses ($15.00), specialty identification ($150.00, one-time), and anesthesia/ sedation permits, among others.
Helpful Resources
Maryland Board of Dentistry
Board contact information, licensing requirements, and complaint procedures.
Learn more →Maryland State 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 Maryland 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.