New Jersey Board of Dentistry

Find New Jersey dental board contact information, licensing requirements, continuing education, and how to file complaints against dentists.

Information verified May 2026

New Jersey dental board & association

Agency: New Jersey State Board of Dentistry
Website: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/den
Phone: (973) 504-6405
Address: P.O. Box 45005, Newark, New Jersey 07101
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Association: New Jersey Dental Association
Website: https://www.njda.org
Phone: (732) 821-9400

About the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry

New Jersey dental professionals are regulated by the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry, which operates within the Division of Consumer Affairs — a division of the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General (OAG). The Division oversees 51 professional and occupational boards and committees, licensing approximately 750,000 individuals and businesses statewide. Executive Director Joanne Magrath leads the Board.

The Board licenses dentists, dental hygienists, registered dental assistants, residents, and issues specialty and anesthesia permits. All New Jersey dental licenses are renewed on a biennial (two-year) cycle.

The Board holds regular public meetings conducted electronically. An alert posted in May 2026 noted that rules governing Schedule II controlled substance prescriptions via telemedicine were updated to address specific patient populations including cancer patients, hospice care, long-term care residents, and those receiving substance use disorder treatment.

Board contact Phone: (973) 504-6405 — Email: Dentistry@dca.njoag.gov — P.O. Box 45005, Newark, New Jersey 07101.

Dental license types in New Jersey

The New Jersey State Board of Dentistry issues licenses, registrations, and permits under the Division of Consumer Affairs. Continuing education requirements are set by regulation at N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1 (dentists), N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.2 (hygienists), and N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.3 (dental assistants and limited registered dental assistants in orthodontics).

Primary licenses

Dentist — includes Branch permits for satellite office locations.
Dental Hygienist — includes Branch permits for hygienists working at multiple locations.
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) — registration for dental assistants performing expanded procedures in New Jersey dental offices.
Limited Registered Dental Assistant and Limited Registered Orthodontic Assistant — restricted-scope registrations.
Resident Permit, One-Year Permit, Three-Year Permit — permits for dental graduates in training programs or on limited authorization.
Dental Assistant Internship — entry-level training authorization.

Specialty permits

New Jersey issues specialty permits for dentists practicing in all eight ADA-recognized dental specialties:

Endodontics
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral Pathology
Orthodontics
Pediatric Dentistry (Pedodontics)
Periodontics
Prosthodontics
Dental Public Health

Anesthesia and sedation permits

Local Anesthesia Permit (and Branch Permit)
Enteral Sedation Permit (and Branch Permit)
Parenteral Conscious Sedation Permit (and Branch Permit)
General Anesthesia Permit (and Branch Permit)

Applying for a New Jersey dental license

New Jersey dental license applications and renewals are administered by the Division of Consumer Affairs. Applicants and licensees access the licensing system through the Division's online portal.

Before applying

Review the specific requirements for your license or permit type on the Board's page at njconsumeraffairs.gov/den.
Gather required documentation — examination results, educational transcripts, background check authorization, and proof of good standing from any jurisdiction where you hold or previously held a dental credential.
Specialty permit applicants must document completion of an accredited specialty residency program in the applicable ADA-recognized specialty.
Anesthesia permit applicants are subject to additional training and equipment requirements specific to the level of sedation involved.

License renewal

All New Jersey dental licenses are renewed on a biennial (two-year) cycle. Renewal notices are sent in advance; continuing education attestation is required at renewal. CE requirements are set at N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1 (dentists), N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.2 (hygienists), and N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.3 (dental and orthodontic assistants).

Apply or renew New Jersey dental license applications and renewals are processed through the Division of Consumer Affairs. Visit njconsumeraffairs.gov/den for current application forms and instructions, or contact the Board at (973) 504-6405 or Dentistry@dca.njoag.gov.

License fees and renewal in New Jersey

New Jersey dental licenses are renewed on a biennial (two-year) cycle. License fees and renewal fee schedules are administered by the Division of Consumer Affairs and are subject to periodic revision. Always verify current fee amounts at njconsumeraffairs.gov/den before submitting payment.

Renewal requirements

At biennial renewal, licensees must:

Complete the applicable continuing education requirements under N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1, 5.2, or 5.3 for your license type.
Submit the renewal application and fee through the Division of Consumer Affairs portal before the expiration date.
Specialty and anesthesia permit holders must renew those permits on the same biennial cycle as their underlying dental license.

Verify before paying Current New Jersey dental license fee schedules are posted at njconsumeraffairs.gov/den. Do not rely on third-party fee listings, which may not reflect the current schedule.

Continuing education for New Jersey dental licenses

New Jersey requires continuing education for dental license renewals. CE requirements are set by rule for each credential type and must be satisfied within each biennial renewal cycle:

Dentists — CE requirements under N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1.
Dental hygienists — CE requirements under N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.2.
Dental assistants and limited registered dental assistants in orthodontics — CE requirements under N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.3.

Telemedicine and controlled substances

As of May 2026, rules governing Schedule II controlled substance prescriptions via telemedicine were updated by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs for specific patient categories (cancer patients, hospice care, long-term care residents, and substance use disorder treatment). Dental professionals who prescribe controlled substances should review the current N.J.A.C. 13:30 rules for any updates that affect their practice.

Verify CE requirements Total CE hour requirements and approved CE topics for New Jersey dental credentials are in the full text of N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1, 5.2, and 5.3. Review the current regulations at njconsumeraffairs.gov/den before your renewal deadline.

Scope of dental practice in New Jersey

Dental practice in New Jersey is governed under N.J.A.C. 13:30 — the New Jersey Administrative Code applicable to the State Board of Dentistry. The regulations define authorized practice for each license and permit type, and are administered by the Division of Consumer Affairs.

Specialty practice

Dentists who restrict their practice to an ADA-recognized specialty must hold a New Jersey specialty permit in addition to their dental license. Specialty permits are issued for endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral pathology, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, and dental public health.

Anesthesia and sedation tiers

New Jersey regulates anesthesia and sedation in four permit tiers, each with progressively greater training, equipment, and oversight requirements:

Local Anesthesia — base level; required for dentists administering local anesthetic in procedures beyond routine care.
Enteral Sedation — oral/enteral route sedation.
Parenteral Conscious Sedation — IV route conscious sedation.
General Anesthesia — highest tier; requires the most extensive training and facility standards.

Multi-location practice (Branch permits)

Dentists and dental hygienists who practice at more than one location must obtain Branch permits for each satellite location, in addition to their primary license. Anesthesia and sedation permits also require separate Branch permits for each location where sedation is administered.

Filing a complaint against a New Jersey dental provider

Complaints against New Jersey dental licensees are submitted to the Division of Consumer Affairs, which administers the complaint process for all 51 boards and committees it oversees. Complaint forms and submission are available online.

How to file a complaint

Online portal — submit at njconsumeraffairs.nj.gov/board-complaints/.
Complaint forms are available in both English and Spanish.
Contact the Board directly at (973) 504-6405 or Dentistry@dca.njoag.gov with questions before filing.

What to include

The licensee's name and license number.
Dates and a description of the incident.
Copies of relevant records, correspondence, or other supporting documents.

Complaint forms page Visit njconsumeraffairs.gov/Pages/Board-Committee-Complaint-Forms.aspx to access the dental complaint form and submission portal for the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry.

New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA)

The New Jersey Dental Association (NJDA) is the statewide professional association for New Jersey dentists, affiliated with the American Dental Association. NJDA represents dental professionals across the state through 12 local dental societies that provide regional networking, continuing education, and advocacy opportunities.

Member services

Continuing education — NJDA offers educational programs covering clinical topics, practice management, and regulatory compliance for New Jersey dental professionals.
Legislative advocacy — NJDA monitors and engages with New Jersey legislative and regulatory matters affecting dental practice statewide.
Career and business support — resources for practice transitions, career development, and business management available to NJDA members.
Local society membership — NJDA membership includes participation in one of 12 regional component societies throughout New Jersey.

NJDA contact Phone: (732) 821-9400 — Email: info@njda.org — One Dental Plaza, North Brunswick, NJ 08902.

Disciplinary actions and license verification

Disciplinary records for New Jersey dental licensees are publicly accessible through the Division of Consumer Affairs' license verification portal. Formal disciplinary actions — including suspensions, revocations, and probationary conditions — become part of the public license record once finalized.

How to look up disciplinary records

Go to newjersey.mylicense.com/verification/Search.aspx, the Division's official license verification portal.
Select the relevant profession type (Dentist, Dental Hygienist, etc.) from the dropdown menu, then search by name, license number, or city.
Current credential status and any active disciplinary conditions will appear in the search results.

The portal covers all New Jersey dental license and permit types, including specialty permits, anesthesia permits, and dental assistant registrations.

Official source newjersey.mylicense.com is the authoritative Division of Consumer Affairs portal for New Jersey dental license verification. Contact the Board at (973) 504-6405 with questions about a specific license record.

Frequently asked questions

Use the Division of Consumer Affairs license verification portal at newjersey.mylicense.com/verification/Search.aspx. Select the license type (Dentist, Dental Hygienist, etc.) and search by name, license number, or city. The portal covers all NJ dental licenses, specialty permits, and anesthesia permits. Contact the Board at (973) 504-6405 with questions about a specific record.

File online at njconsumeraffairs.nj.gov/board-complaints/. Complaint forms are available in English and Spanish. You can also contact the Board at (973) 504-6405 or Dentistry@dca.njoag.gov before filing. The complaint form page is at njconsumeraffairs.gov/Pages/Board-Committee-Complaint-Forms.aspx.

All New Jersey dental licenses are renewed on a biennial (every two years) cycle. At renewal, licensees must satisfy continuing education requirements under N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.1 (dentists), N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.2 (dental hygienists), or N.J.A.C. 13:30-5.3 (dental and orthodontic assistants) for their specific license type.

Yes. Dentists who restrict their practice to an ADA-recognized specialty must hold a New Jersey specialty permit in addition to their dental license. Specialty permits are issued for endodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral pathology, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, periodontics, prosthodontics, and dental public health. Each specialty has its own application requirements.

New Jersey issues four tiers of anesthesia and sedation permits: Local Anesthesia, Enteral Sedation, Parenteral Conscious Sedation, and General Anesthesia. Each tier has progressively greater training and equipment requirements. Dentists who practice at multiple locations must obtain Branch permits for each satellite location where sedation is administered.

The Board operates within the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, which is part of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG). The Division oversees 51 professional and occupational boards and committees in New Jersey, licensing approximately 750,000 individuals and businesses. For dental board matters, contact (973) 504-6405 or Dentistry@dca.njoag.gov.