Mandatory topics
For Dentists, 30 hours is the total CE requirement. No mandatory topics are listed for Dentists in Ohio. Confirm topic requirements with Ohio State Dental Board before the renewal cycle.
Atlas CME tracks each of these mandatory topics against your Ohio cycle automatically. Start tracking free →
Accepted credit
| Credit system | Notes |
|---|---|
ADA CERP | ADA CERP-recognized providers accepted as board-approved sponsors.Sourcehttps://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-4715-8-02[1] |
AGD PACE | AGD PACE-approved providers accepted.Sourcehttps://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-4715-8-02[1] |
Board-approved credit | Other courses must be approved by the Ohio State Dental Board.Sourcehttps://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-4715-8-02[1] |
Documentation & audit
Dentists are responsible for retaining CE documentation and producing it on request. Requirements include course title, dates, hours, sponsoring organization, and accrediting body.
Waivers & exemptions
Hardship excuse: the State Dental Board may excuse licensed dentists, as a group or as individuals, from all or any part of the CE requirements because of an unusual circumstance, emergency, or special hardship.
FAQ
How many CE hours do Ohio dentists need?
30 hours every two years, reduced from 40 hours under HB 509. Within the 30, category caps apply: practice management max 5 hrs; publications/presentations max 3 hrs; teaching/research max 3 hrs; poster sessions max 2 hrs; volunteer clinical service up to 10 hrs (one-third of total). There is no carryover of excess hours.
Does Ohio treat DDS and DMD differently for CE purposes?
No. DDS and DMD are equivalent dental degrees, and the Ohio State Dental Board applies identical CE rules to both.
Are ADA CERP credits accepted in Ohio?
Yes. ADA CERP-recognized and AGD PACE-approved providers are accepted as board-approved sponsors under OAC 4715-8-02.
Are there mandatory CE topics for dentist renewal in Ohio?
No. The 30-hour total is not subject to topic-specific mandates for general dentists, and Ohio imposes no BLS certification mandate on dentists (the BLS statute, ORC 4715.251, covers dental hygienists). Self-instruction is permitted only with a graded exam (75%+ passing). Sedation permit holders must complete permit-tier-specific CE under Chapter 4715-9, with ACLS or PALS for moderate-and-above permits.
Where can I check my Ohio dental license renewal date?
The Ohio State Dental Board maintains license records at dental.ohio.gov, with online renewal through the eLicense Ohio portal at elicense.ohio.gov.