# Delaware dental CE requirements

Answer: In Delaware, dentists need 50 hours / 2 years; dental hygienists need 24 hours / 2 years; dental assistants: Registered dental assistants (and limited registered dental assistants in orthodontics): 10 hours / 2 years, verified at registration renewal. 2-year cycle; licenses expire May 31 of even-numbered years (renewal period June 1 - May 31). Confirm current requirements with the Delaware dental board before renewing.

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## Direct answer

In Delaware, dentists need 50 hours / 2 years; dental hygienists need 24 hours / 2 years; dental assistants: Registered dental assistants (and limited registered dental assistants in orthodontics): 10 hours / 2 years, verified at registration renewal. 2-year cycle; licenses expire May 31 of even-numbered years (renewal period June 1 - May 31). Confirm current requirements with the Delaware dental board before renewing.

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Source citations:
- `CE-DELAWARE-1` Delaware dental CE requirement source 1. <https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/dental/continuing-education-and-audit-information/>
- `CE-DELAWARE-2` Delaware dental CE requirement source 2. <https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/dental/renewal/>
- `CE-DELAWARE-3` Delaware dental CE requirement source 3. <https://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title24/1100.shtml>

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