New Mexico Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Fees, deadlines, and what's required to renew a dental license in New Mexico.
New Mexico dental licenses and certifications renew on a three-year cycle. Per the Board's published FAQ guidance, all covered licenses and certificates expire on June 30 of the licensee's renewal year, and continuing education must be completed within the renewal period before renewing. Fees below are published on the Board's fee schedule.
Initial licensure fees
| License type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Dentist by Credentials | $850.00 |
| Dentist by Examination | $600.00 |
| Dentist 12-Month Residency Program | $75.00 |
| Dentist 12-Month Temporary | $400.00 |
| Dental Hygienist by Credentials | $400.00 |
| Dental Hygienist by Examination | $350.00 |
| Dental Hygienist by Collaborative Practice | $150.00 |
| Dental Hygienist 12-Month Temporary | $250.00 |
| Dental Assistant | $50.00 |
| Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary | $100.00 |
| Community Dental Health Coordinator | $100.00 |
| Non-Dentist Owner | $300.00 |
Triennial renewal fees
| License type | Renewal fee |
|---|---|
| Dentist (plus $30.00 impairment fee) | $550.00 |
| Dental Hygienist (plus $15.00 impairment fee) | $325.00 |
| Dental Assistant | $50.00 |
| Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary | $100.00 |
| Community Dental Health Coordinator | $100.00 |
| Non-Dentist Owner | $150.00 |
Anesthesia and sedation permit fees
| Permit | Fee |
|---|---|
| Nitrous Oxide (Dentist) | $25.00 |
| Minimal Sedation (initial & renewal) | $25.00 |
| Moderate Sedation (initial & renewal) | $300.00 |
| Deep Sedation (Dentist) | $300.00 |
| Local Anesthesia (Hygienist, by Credentials) | $100.00 |
| Local Anesthesia (Hygienist, by Examination) | $40.00 |
Duplicate license fees range from $10.00 (Dental Assistant, EFDA, CDHC) to $25.00 (Dentist, Hygienist, Non-Dentist Owner). The Board also charges $300.00 per license type for a mailing list or mailing labels, and $10.00 each for a printed set of Board rules or statutes.
Helpful Resources
New Mexico Board of Dentistry
Board contact information, licensing requirements, and complaint procedures.
Learn more →New Mexico 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 New Mexico 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.