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.
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)
Related
- Full requirements: Illinois Dentistry CE requirements
- When it's due: Illinois Dentistry license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Illinois Dentistry CE category requirements
- What it costs: Illinois Dentistry license renewal fees
⚠️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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