North Dakota Dental License Renewal
Updated August 2026
Quick Answer
North Dakota dentists must renew their licenses through North Dakota State Board of Dental Examiners on a biennial basis under state dental practice law, submitting a $500.00 renewal fee to maintain active licensure. Renewal requires completing 32 hours of continuing education every 2 years and staying in compliance with board requirements to remain in good standing.
Open Official North Dakota Dental Board Portal ↗Continuing Education
32 hrs
every 2 years
License Renewal
Every 2 years
Renewal Fee (Dentist)
$500.00
License and permit fees are set by North Dakota Administrative Code § 20-05-01-01. The Legislative Administrative Rules Committee approved fee increases across nearly every credential type effective April 1, 2026 — the amounts below reflect the current schedule.
Dentist fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| License by examination | $540.00 |
| License by credential | $1,490.00 |
| Biennial renewal | $500.00 |
| Late renewal fee | $500.00 (doubles if renewed more than 60 days after expiration) |
| Temporary license | $315.00 |
| Volunteer license | $30.00 |
| Inactive status application / annual renewal | $45.00 each |
| Inactive status reinstatement | $540.00 |
| Dermal fillers / botulinum toxin permit (initial) | $235.00 |
| Dermal fillers / botulinum toxin permit renewal | $135.00 |
| Anesthesia permit — application / renewal | $235.00 / $210.00 |
| Professional Health Program fee (initial licensure and each renewal) | $75.00 |
Dental hygienist and dental assistant fees
| Credential | Application | Renewal |
|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist — by examination | $250.00 | $195.00 |
| Dental Hygienist — by credential | $560.00 | $195.00 |
| Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) | $160.00 | $125.00 |
| Qualified Dental Assistant (QDA) | $160.00 | $125.00 |
| QDA – Limited Radiology Registrant | $100.00 | $80.00 |
Dentists and dental hygienists renew every two years by December 31 of odd-numbered years; RDAs, QDAs, and QDA-LRRs renew by December 31 of even-numbered years. A license not renewed by December 31 expires and the licensee may not practice. Late renewal is available for up to 60 days after expiration; from 60 days up to one year after expiration, a licensee may still renew by paying the renewal fee, an additional late fee equal to twice the standard late fee, and providing proof the individual retains the skills to practice. After one year, the individual must reapply as a new applicant.
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