When is the Massachusetts dental hygiene license renewal deadline?

Biennial renewal due March 31 of odd-numbered years; CE is earned in the 24 months before the deadline. Board rules change — verify against the official source.

Is there a grace period for Massachusetts dental hygiene license renewal?

No grace period is specified in the available data — verify with the licensing board before relying on one.

Massachusetts Dental Hygiene license renewal deadline

When dental hygienist licenses come due in Massachusetts, sourced from the official board.

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March 31Verify with board

Every 2 years of odd-numbered years

Board wording: Biennial renewal due March 31 of odd-numbered years; CE is earned in the 24 months before the deadline.

How this deadline works

Deadline type

Fixed calendar date

Renewal cycle

Every 2 years

Reporting

Self-report on renewal application; retain certificates for audit.

Official source: Massachusetts 234 CMR 8.00 (Board of Registration in Dentistry), via mass.gov

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Massachusetts Dental Hygiene license renewal deadline

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