Arizona dentist CE/CEU requirements
To renew a Arizona dental license you need 63 CE hours every 3 years. Here's the full breakdown, mandated topics, delivery limits, and CPR, straight from the board's rules.
The full Arizona requirement
- Total hours
- 63 hours every 3 years
- Category minimums
- Clinical: min 36 hrs · Practice management: max 15 hrs
- Mandated topics
- Opioids: 3 hrs · Infection control: 3 hrs · Ethics / jurisprudence: 3 hrs · Botox Fillers: 12 hrs (Administers Botox Or Dermal Fillers)
- Delivery limits
- Self-study ≤ 21 hrs
- CPR / BLS
- Required
- Credit sources
- SelfStudy: ≤ 21 hrs
- First renewal
- Exempt
Source: Arizona board ↗ · Last reviewed June 25, 2026.
Arizona dentist CE, FAQ
How many CE hours do dentists need in Arizona?
Licensed dentists (DDS/DMD) in Arizona must complete 63 continuing-education hours every 3 years to renew their license.
How often do Arizona dentists renew their license?
Arizona renews dental licenses on a every 3 years cycle, and CE is measured over a 36-month window.
Does Arizona require CPR for dentist renewal?
Yes. Arizona requires a current CPR/BLS certification.
What CE topics are required for dentists in Arizona?
In Arizona, beyond the 63-hour total, the board specifies: Opioids: 3 hrs; Infection control: 3 hrs; Ethics / jurisprudence: 3 hrs; Botox Fillers: 12 hrs (Administers Botox Or Dermal Fillers).
How long should I keep my Arizona CE certificates?
Keep your certificates of completion for at least your current renewal cycle and the one before it, most boards can request them in a random audit. A document vault that stores every certificate makes an audit a non-event.
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This summary is provided for convenience and may not reflect the most recent rule changes. Always confirm requirements with the Arizona board before relying on them for renewal.