# Ohio dental CE requirements

Answer: In Ohio, dentists need 30 hours / 2 years (biennial); dental hygienists need 20 hours / 2 years (biennial); dental assistants: Dental X-ray Machine Operator (formerly Dental Assistant Radiographer): 2 hours / 2 years in dental x-ray/radiation technology.. Biennial cycle; dentists and hygienists renew on the odd/even schedule via the eLicense portal. Confirm current requirements with the Ohio dental board before renewing.

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## Direct answer

In Ohio, dentists need 30 hours / 2 years (biennial); dental hygienists need 20 hours / 2 years (biennial); dental assistants: Dental X-ray Machine Operator (formerly Dental Assistant Radiographer): 2 hours / 2 years in dental x-ray/radiation technology.. Biennial cycle; dentists and hygienists renew on the odd/even schedule via the eLicense portal. Confirm current requirements with the Ohio dental board before renewing.

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Source citations:
- `CE-OHIO-1` Ohio dental CE requirement source 1. <https://dental.ohio.gov/continuing-education/ce-faqs/ce-faqs>
- `CE-OHIO-2` Ohio dental CE requirement source 2. <https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-4715.141>
- `CE-OHIO-3` Ohio dental CE requirement source 3. <https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-revised-code/section-4715.25>

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