Louisiana Dentist and Dental Hygienist CE

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Are you a Dentist or Dental Hygienist working on your continuing education? We’re here to make getting your CEUs quick, easy, and convenient.

We are recognized experts in Dental Continuing Education for Dental Hygienists and Dentists in Louisiana, offering a comprehensive suite of professional development opportunities. Our offerings include in-person CE seminars, live CE webinars, and on-demand CE courses, all designed to help you earn DDS CEUs and RDH CEUs while staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in your field.

What is my Renewal Cycle?

DENTISTS (DDS, DMD) - All renewing licensees must report their completed continuing education no later than December 31.
DENTAL HYGIENISTS (RDH) - All renewing licensees must report their completed continuing education no later than December 31.
ASSISTANTS (RDA, CDA, EFDA) - N/A

How Much Continuing Education Do I Need?

DENTISTS (DDS, DMD) - Each dentist shall complete a minimum of 30 hours of continuing education during each renewal period
DENTAL HYGIENISTS (RDH) - Each dental hygienist shall complete a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education during each renewal period
ASSISTANTS (RDA, CDA, EFDA) - There are no education or training requirements for this level of dental assisting.

What, if Any, Are The Mandatory Subjects?

DENTISTS (DDS, DMD) - "3 of the 30 hours must include an opioid management course which includes training on drug diversion, best practice prescribing of controlled substances or appropriate treatment for addiction. Successful completion of this three-hour requirement once during a dentist’s career shall satisfy this requirement in full. Dentists will be awarded three clinical credit hours for successful completion of cardiopulmonary resuscitation course “C”, basic life support for healthcare providers as defined by the American Heart Association or the Red Cross professional rescue course"
DENTAL HYGIENISTS (RDH) - Dental hygienists will be awarded three clinical credit hours for successful completion of cardiopulmonary resuscitation course “C,” basic life support for healthcare providers as defined by the American Heart Association or the Red Cross professional rescue course
ASSISTANTS (RDA, CDA, EFDA) - Radiography Requirements: A dental assistant must complete a course in X-ray function and safety approved by the Louisiana State Board of Dentistry within six months after employment by a licensed dentist and shall perform dental X-ray functions solely under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist who is on the premises of the dental office at the time.

Is There a Limit to The Number of Online Classes

For Dentists: 10 hours of clinical courses pertaining to the actual delivery of dental services to patients that may be done in person, online or via correspondence; if done online or via correspondence the courses must require the successful completion of a written examination at the conclusion of the course. For RDH: 8 hours of clinical courses pertaining to the actual delivery of dental or dental hygiene services to patients that may be done in person, online or via correspondence; if done online or via correspondence the courses must require the successful completion of a written examination at the conclusion of the course.

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