Wyoming Dental CE Requirements for License Renewal: Complete 2026 Guide

Staying compliant with Wyoming dental license renewal requirements is essential for protecting your license and providing safe, high-quality patient care. The Wyoming Board of Dental Examiners requires dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants to complete continuing education (CE) every renewal cycle.

This guide explains the Wyoming dental CE requirements for license renewal—including required hours, mandatory topics, deadlines, and best practices—so you can renew with confidence.

CE Hour Requirements for Wyoming Dentists

• 30 hours of CE every two years

• At least 15 hours must be live, interactive, or clinical participation

• Remaining hours may be online or self-study from approved providers

• CE must relate to the practice of dentistry, patient care, or public health

CE Hour Requirements for Wyoming Dental Hygienists

• 20 hours of CE every two years

• At least 10 hours must be live or interactive

• CE must focus on clinical hygiene, prevention, and patient care

CE Hour Requirements for Wyoming Dental Assistants

• No general CE requirement for basic dental assistants

• Expanded function or radiology-certified assistants must complete CE as required to maintain their certifications

Mandatory CE Topics for Wyoming License Renewal

Wyoming requires or strongly encourages the following CE topics during each renewal cycle:

• Infection Control – Must be current and regularly updated

• CPR/BLS Certification – Must be current at all times

• Opioid Prescribing and Pain Management CE – 3 hours every two years for DEA-registered dentists

• Ethics and Jurisprudence – Recommended periodically to stay current on Wyoming dental laws

CE Reporting, Deadlines, and Audits

• Wyoming dental licenses renew every two years (by December 31 of even-numbered years)

• CE completion is attested during license renewal

• Licensees must retain CE documentation for at least four years

• The Wyoming Board of Dental Examiners conducts random CE audits, so accurate recordkeeping is essential

CE Courses and Certificate Tracking

You can complete Wyoming-compliant CE courses at ToothNerd.com, including Opioid Prescribing, OSHA, Infection Control, and Ethics.

While CE providers issue completion certificates, practices also need centralized documentation for compliance. Done Desk allows dental organizations to track CE completions, license renewals, and documentation for the entire team in one platform—helping practices stay audit-ready and compliant.

Best Practices for Wyoming CE Compliance

• Plan ahead: Spread CE hours across your two-year renewal cycle

• Prioritize required topics: Complete opioid and infection control CE early

• Verify providers: Choose only Board-approved, ADA CERP, or AGD PACE CE

• Keep detailed records: Maintain both digital and physical proof of CE completion

Accreditation Statement

Tooth Nerd LLC is an approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit and AGD Approved Courses. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. Provider ID# 389654.

Bottom Line

Meeting Wyoming dental continuing education requirements is essential for keeping your license active and your patients safe. By completing the required hours, covering all mandated topics, and tracking documentation through Done Desk, you can renew on time and with confidence.