Nevada Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Quick Answer
Nevada dentists must renew their licenses through Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners on a biennial basis under state dental practice law, submitting a $600.00 renewal fee to maintain active licensure. Renewal requires completing 40 hours of continuing education every 2 years and staying in compliance with board requirements to remain in good standing.
Open Official Nevada Dental Board Portal ↗Continuing Education
40 hrs
every 2 years
License Renewal
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee (Dentist)
$600.00
Nevada dental license fees are set by Nevada Administrative Code § 631.029. Dentist licenses renew biennially by June 30th of each odd-numbered year; dental hygienist licenses renew biennially by June 30th of each even-numbered year. Renewal is available online at online.nvdental.org or by paper application.
Selected initial application fees (NAC 631.029)
| Application type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Initial dentist license (WREB/ADEX or comparable clinical exam) | $1,200.00 |
| Initial dental therapy or dental hygiene license | $600.00 |
| Specialty license by credential | $1,200.00 |
| Specialist's license to practice dentistry | $125.00 |
| Limited or restricted license (dentistry, therapy, or hygiene) | $125.00 |
| Temporary restricted geographical license (dentistry) | $600.00 |
| Temporary restricted geographical license (therapy/hygiene) | $150.00 |
| Anesthesia/sedation administrator permit (application + exam) | $750.00 |
| Anesthesia/sedation site permit (application + exam) | $500.00 |
Renewal and reinstatement fees (NAC 631.029)
| Fee type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Biennial renewal — general or specialist dentist license | $600.00 |
| Biennial renewal — general dental therapy or hygiene license | $300.00 |
| Biennial renewal — inactive dentist | $200.00 |
| Biennial renewal — inactive dental therapist or hygienist | $50.00 |
| Biennial renewal — anesthesia/sedation permit | $200.00 |
| Reinstatement — suspended license | $300.00 |
| Reinstatement — revoked license | $500.00 |
| Reinstatement to active status from inactive/retired/disabled | $300.00 |
| License certification / verification letter | $25.00 |
All renewal payments are final and non-refundable. Credit and debit card payments carry a 3% surcharge; cash is not accepted. Checks and money orders should be made payable to the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners and mailed to 2651 N. Green Valley Pkwy, Ste. 104, Henderson, NV 89014, Attention: Licensing Department.
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