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

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

Maryland Dental Hygiene license renewal deadline

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

June 30Verify with board

Every 2 years of odd-numbered years

Board wording: Biennial renewal due June 30 of odd-numbered years; the 30 hours are earned over the two-year CE period ending December 31 of the year before the renewal year.

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: Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners, CE FAQ e-blast on COMAR 10.44.22 (effective March 3, 2025); Board renewal forms

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Maryland Dental Hygiene license renewal deadline

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