License: Dental Hygienist, Registered (R.D.H.)

To receive a Registered Dental Hygienist License, an applicant must graduate from a CODA/ADA-accredited dental assisting program, pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination and pass the ADEX Regional Dental Hygiene Examination. After meeting these requirements, the applicant must submit a Dental Hygienist License Application along with the appropriate fee ($47.70).

  • Stand-alone license
  • Third-party exam required
  • Degree required
  • Continuing education required
  • Experience required
  • No criminal record requirements
  • A temporary license available to military and spouses until formal license approval
License information updated 02/25/2020