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North Carolina Dental Hygiene license renewal deadline

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

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January 31Verify with board

Every 1 year

Board wording: Annual renewal; the renewal application must reach the Board by close of business January 31 each year to avoid a late fee (21 NCAC 16I .0101).

How this deadline works

Deadline type
Fixed calendar date
Renewal cycle
Every 1 year
Reporting
Report hours on the license renewal form; retain documentation at least two years for audit.

Official source: NC State Board of Dental Examiners, CE FAQ (21 NCAC 16I .0101/.0102/.0206)

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