Getting licensed to practice as a dentist in Maryland means applying through the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners, completing primary source verification of your credentials, and then enrolling with payers so you can bill. Here's how it works — and how Rivon handles Maryland licensing and credentialing for you.
Official MD boardApply, renew, or look up a license on the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners websiteHow to get licensed in Maryland
- 01Confirm eligibility and gather documents — diploma, training verification, exam results (INBDE + a clinical exam), current licenses, DEA, and a complete work history.
- 02Submit the application to the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners, with all fees and supporting documents.
- 03Primary source verification — the board confirms your education, training, licensure, certification, and background (including the NPDB) directly with each source.
- 04Board review and issuance — once the file is complete and verified, Maryland issues your license.
- 05Enroll with payers and keep the license current — track the renewal cycle and CE/CME so it never lapses.
Licensing board
Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners
The MD board sets Maryland's application, documentation, fees, and renewal requirements.
Board websiteEstimated application fee
$450
An estimate; confirm current fees with the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners. Amounts vary by license type and change over time.
Typical timeline
~60 days
From a complete file to issuance — driven mostly by how fast primary sources respond. A clean, error-free application is the best way to stay near the low end.
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Renewing your Maryland dental license
Once you're licensed, the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners requires you to renew on a set cycle. Here are the renewal rules as the board publishes them.
- Renewal cycle
- Every 2 years
- Deadline
- Expires June 30 of the second year after licensure (2026 renewal period May 1 - June 30, 2026); applications received July 1-31 pay a late fee, and from August 1 the license must be reinstated
- Renewal fee
- $586 (2026 dentist renewal application; COMAR 10.44.20.02 lists $560); inactive status $176 (late fee: $300 for renewals submitted July 1-31; reinstatement $886 after that)
- Continuing education (CE)
- 30 hours per 2-year renewal cycle (at least 13 in person or live webinar; up to 17 self-study)
- 3 hours infection control (every renewal cycle)
- 2 hours abuse and neglect (every other renewal cycle)
- 2 hours proper prescribing and disposal of prescription drugs (if required)
- Optional: up to 4 hours combined in cultural/linguistic competency, health disparities, health literacy and military culture
- How to renew
- Online through the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners eGov (mylicense) portal, or by mailing the renewal application; CE is attested on a statement of courses (certificates not submitted unless audited)Open the renewal portal
- NoteCurrent CPR certification (AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers, Red Cross Professional Rescuer or Board-approved equivalent) required; it does not count toward CE
- NoteClass II and Class III sedation/anesthesia permits renew separately ($300 / $600 per COMAR)
- NoteKeep CE records 5 years for audit
- NoteReinstatement requires 30 CE hours within the prior 2 years plus the reinstatement fee
Last verified October 3, 2026 from the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners. As published by the board; confirm current requirements before renewing.
SourcesMSBDE 2026 Dentist Renewal ApplicationCOMAR 10.44.20.02 Fee ScheduleCOMAR 10.44.22.04 Continuing Education RequirementsMaryland State Board of Dental Examiners home
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Dental credentialing & payer enrollment in Maryland
A Maryland license lets you practice; credentialing lets you get paid. Before a health plan will reimburse you, it verifies your license, training, and history. Here's what that usually involves:
- 01Keep your NPI record (NPPES) current — your name, practice address, and taxonomy code should match your Maryland license exactly.
- 02Complete your CAQH ProView profile: upload your Maryland license and other documents, attest, and authorize each plan to view it. Re-attest every 120 days.
- 03Apply to each dental plan (and any medical plan you'll bill) that you want to join in Maryland. Each runs its own credentialing review.
- 04If you'll see Medicaid patients, enroll with Maryland Medicaid (and any Medicaid managed-care plans you'll work with).
- 05If you'll bill Medicare, enroll through PECOS.
- 06If you'll work in a hospital or surgery center, apply for privileges there — each facility credentials you separately.
New to CAQH? Read our CAQH ProView guide for setup, your CAQH ID, and re-attestation.
How Rivon handles Maryland licensing & credentialing
On the Rivon platform, your Maryland license, DEA, and certifications live in one record with always-on monitoring that flags every renewal weeks early — so nothing lapses with the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners. Document AI reads each credential and fills the profile without retyping, and licensing & credentialing pipelines run primary source verification and payer enrollment in parallel.
Prefer to hand it off? Rivon's white-glove team manages the entire Maryland application end to end — gathering documents, completing verification, and shepherding payer enrollment — while you watch progress in real time.
Maryland dentist licensing FAQ
How long does it take to get a dental license in Maryland?
Most Maryland dentist applications take about 60 days once the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners has a complete file, though timelines vary with how quickly primary sources (schools, prior boards, the NPDB) respond. Submitting a complete, error-free application is the single biggest way to avoid delays.
Which board licenses dentists in Maryland?
Dentists in Maryland are licensed by the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners, which verifies education, training, exams, and background before granting a license.
How much is the Maryland dentist application fee?
As an estimate, the Maryland dentist application fee is around $450. Fees change and vary by license type — always confirm the current amount directly with the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners before you apply.
How do I renew my Maryland dental license?
In Maryland, renewals are filed with the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners. How to renew: Online through the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners eGov (mylicense) portal, or by mailing the renewal application; CE is attested on a statement of courses (certificates not submitted unless audited). Renewal cycle: Every 2 years. Deadline: Expires June 30 of the second year after licensure (2026 renewal period May 1 - June 30, 2026); applications received July 1-31 pay a late fee, and from August 1 the license must be reinstated. Renewal fee: $586 (2026 dentist renewal application; COMAR 10.44.20.02 lists $560); inactive status $176 (late fee: $300 for renewals submitted July 1-31; reinstatement $886 after that). Continuing education: 30 hours per 2-year renewal cycle (at least 13 in person or live webinar; up to 17 self-study). Required topics include 3 hours infection control (every renewal cycle); 2 hours abuse and neglect (every other renewal cycle); 2 hours proper prescribing and disposal of prescription drugs (if required); Optional: up to 4 hours combined in cultural/linguistic competency, health disparities, health literacy and military culture. This is as published by the board (last verified October 3, 2026); confirm before renewing. Rivon tracks the expiration date and flags it well before it's due.
How many CE hours do I need to renew a dental license in Maryland?
30 CE hours. The Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners publishes the requirement as: 30 hours per 2-year renewal cycle (at least 13 in person or live webinar; up to 17 self-study). Required topics include 3 hours infection control (every renewal cycle); 2 hours abuse and neglect (every other renewal cycle); 2 hours proper prescribing and disposal of prescription drugs (if required); Optional: up to 4 hours combined in cultural/linguistic competency, health disparities, health literacy and military culture. Last verified October 3, 2026; confirm with the board before renewing. Rivon tracks your CE hours against the requirement so you're not caught short.
How do I look up or verify a Maryland dentist license?
Use the license lookup (verification) tool on the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners's official website. It shows whether a license is active and when it expires.
What does dentist credentialing involve in Maryland?
Credentialing is how health plans and facilities verify your qualifications before you can bill them or practice with them. In Maryland that usually means an up-to-date NPI record, a complete and attested CAQH ProView profile, an application to each plan you want to join, and — if you'll bill them — Maryland Medicaid enrollment and Medicare enrollment through PECOS.
Do I need a Maryland license to practice telehealth there?
Generally yes. Licensure follows where the patient is located, so to treat patients in Maryland — including by telehealth — you typically need a Maryland license unless a specific exception applies.
Can Rivon handle Maryland dentist licensing and credentialing for me?
Yes. On the Rivon platform you can track every Maryland license and renewal with always-on monitoring and run credentialing with primary source verification. Or hand it to Rivon's white-glove team, which manages the Maryland application and payer enrollment end to end.