Illinois Dentistry CE audits & penalties

What happens if a dentist misses CE requirements in Illinois, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.

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Practicing or offering to practice on an expired license is considered unlicensed activity and grounds for discipline under Section 23 of the Dental Practice Act (68 IAC 1220.270(c)). Restoration of a lapsed license requires a $50 restoration fee plus payment of all lapsed renewal fees (68 IAC 1220.415(c)(1)).Verify with board

How compliance is checked

No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.

Official source: Illinois Dental Practice Act rules (68 Ill. Adm. Code 1220.270/1220.415)

⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.

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