New Mexico Dental Hygiene CE audits & penalties
What happens if a dental hygienist misses CE requirements in New Mexico, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
Hygienist licenses expire June 30 every third year; a license not renewed by July 1 is expired. Late renewal (July 1–September 1) requires the triennial fee, impaired fee, $100 late fee, and $5-per-day cumulative late fee from August 1. Practicing on an expired license is subject to board discipline and a $200 reinstatement fee.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: New Mexico Board of Dental Health Care (16.5.24 NMAC)
Related
- Full requirements: New Mexico Dental Hygiene CE requirements
- When it's due: New Mexico Dental Hygiene license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: New Mexico Dental Hygiene CE category requirements
- What it costs: New Mexico Dental Hygiene 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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