Oregon Board of Dentistry · DDS/DMD

40 hours. Every two years. Tied to your license anniversary.

Below is exactly what Oregon Board of Dentistry requires: mandatory topics, exemptions, accepted credit types, and documentation rules.

Updated April 2026Sourced from OBD~4 min read

Reviewed by Doug Doehrman, MD · Last reviewed May 12, 2026

Mandatory topics

For Dentists, 40 hours is the total CME requirement. Oregon also requires a set of one-time topics that count toward the 40-hour total.

Airway[1]
3 hrs
Biennial
3 hours medical emergencies CE per renewal cycle.
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“three hours of medical emergencies every renewal cycle”
OBD CE RequirementsSee source [1] in Primary Sources
Infectious disease[1]
2 hrs
Biennial
2 hours infection control CE per renewal cycle.
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“two hours of infection control”
OBD CE RequirementsSee source [1] in Primary Sources
Cultural competency[1]
2 hrs
Biennial
2 hours cultural competency CE per renewal cycle (Oregon HB 2611).
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“Two hours of continuing education related to cultural competency”
OBD CE RequirementsSee source [1] in Primary Sources
Pain management & end-of-life care[1]
1 hr
Biennial
1-hour pain management CE per renewal cycle (Oregon-specific).
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“One-hour pain management course”
OBD CE RequirementsSee source [1] in Primary Sources
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Conditional requirements

These rules apply only when the trigger described under each card is met (for example, holding a state-issued controlled substance registration or treating a specific patient population). Each cites the underlying statute or rule directly.

ConditionalProcedures[1]
7 hrs
Biennial

Dentists placing or restoring dental implants

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“at least seven (7) hours of continuing education related to the placement and/or restoration of dental implants every licensure renewal period”
OBD CE RequirementsSee source [1] in Primary Sources
ConditionalSedation[1]
4 hrs
Biennial

Nitrous oxide and minimal sedation permit holders

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4 hours sedation CE per biennium for nitrous oxide and minimal sedation permits.
OBD CE RequirementsSee source [1] in Primary Sources
ConditionalSedation[1]
14 hrs
Biennial

Moderate, general, or deep sedation permit holders

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“14 hours of continuing education in one or more of the following areas every two years”
OBD CE RequirementsSee source [1] in Primary Sources
Accepted credit

Credit must come from an organization accredited by the ACCME, AMA, Oregon Medical Association, or AAFP. ACGME residency or fellowship time accrues toward the requirement. Teaching or presenting accredited CME can satisfy a portion of required hours.

Credit systemNotes
ADA CERP
ADA CERP-recognized providers accepted.Sourcehttps://www.oregon.gov/dentistry/Pages/CE.aspx[1]
AGD PACE
AGD PACE-approved providers accepted.Sourcehttps://www.oregon.gov/dentistry/Pages/CE.aspx[1]
Board-approved credit
Board-approved sponsors per OAR 818-021.Sourcehttps://www.oregon.gov/dentistry/Pages/CE.aspx[1]
Documentation & audit

Records must be retained for at least 4 years.

Waivers & exemptions

No formal waivers or exemptions are published for Oregon.

FAQ
Does Oregon treat DDS and DMD differently for CE purposes?
No. DDS and DMD are equivalent dental degrees, and the Oregon Board of Dentistry applies identical CE rules to both.
Are ADA CERP credits accepted in Oregon?
Yes. ADA CERP-recognized and AGD PACE-approved providers are accepted under the Board's general approved-provider framework in OAR 818-021.
Are there mandatory CE topics for dentist renewal in Oregon?
Yes — 3 hrs medical emergencies, 2 hrs infection control, 2 hrs cultural competency (HB 2611), 1 hr pain management. Implant providers: 7 hrs implant CE. Sedation permit holders: 4-14 hrs sedation CE plus BLS, ACLS, or PALS depending on permit tier.
Where can I check my Oregon dental license renewal date?
The Oregon Board of Dentistry maintains license records at oregon.gov/dentistry. The Board audits approximately 15% of licensees after each renewal, so retain CE documentation for at least 4 years.

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Sources & Citations

Every mandatory topic and conditional requirement above cites the underlying statute or rule. Numbered references below correspond to the bracketed citations next to each requirement.

  1. Oregon Board of Dentistry — CE Requirements
    Primary sourceAccessed 2026-04-30
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    “three hours of medical emergencies every renewal cycle”OBD CE Requirements
    “two hours of infection control”OBD CE Requirements
    “Two hours of continuing education related to cultural competency”OBD CE Requirements
    “One-hour pain management course”OBD CE Requirements
    “at least seven (7) hours of continuing education related to the placement and/or restoration of dental implants every licensure renewal period”OBD CE Requirements · Effective 2024-01-01
    “14 hours of continuing education in one or more of the following areas every two years”OBD CE Requirements

This page is provided for general educational purposes and reflects the best available information as of the last reviewed date above. CE requirements change. Atlas CME is not affiliated with the Oregon Board of Dentistry, or any other state dental board, licensing authority, or professional organization. Dentists are solely responsible for verifying their own current CE requirements directly with their state dental board before relying on any information presented here.

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