# New Hampshire dental CE requirements

Answer: In New Hampshire, dentists need 40 hours (CEUs) / 2 years; dental hygienists need 20 hours (CEUs) / 2 years; dental assistants: No CE requirement in the state CE rule (Den 403.03) for dental assistants; the OPLC CE rule covers dentists and dental hygienists.. Biennial cycle (renewals due by March 31; dentists renew in even years, hygienists in odd years), per N.H. Confirm current requirements with the New Hampshire dental board before renewing.

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## Direct answer

In New Hampshire, dentists need 40 hours (CEUs) / 2 years; dental hygienists need 20 hours (CEUs) / 2 years; dental assistants: No CE requirement in the state CE rule (Den 403.03) for dental assistants; the OPLC CE rule covers dentists and dental hygienists.. Biennial cycle (renewals due by March 31; dentists renew in even years, hygienists in odd years), per N.H. Confirm current requirements with the New Hampshire dental board before renewing.

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Source citations:
- `CE-NEW-HAMPSHIRE-1` New Hampshire dental CE requirement source 1. <https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-hampshire/N-H-Admin-Code-SS-Den-403.03>
- `CE-NEW-HAMPSHIRE-2` New Hampshire dental CE requirement source 2. <https://www.oplc.nh.gov/board-dental-examiners>
- `CE-NEW-HAMPSHIRE-3` New Hampshire dental CE requirement source 3. <https://www.oplc.nh.gov/dental-continuing-education>

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