HawaiiDental Hygienist License Requirements

Program Details

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Hawaii REQUIRES local anesthesia certification (intra-oral infiltration and block) as a prerequisite for licensure - this is unique among states. Local anesthesia must be administered under direct supervision of a dentist. The practice of dental hygiene includes removal of hard and soft deposits and stains from crown and root surfaces to the depth of the gingival sulcus, polishing natural and restored surfaces, and application of preventive chemical agents. General supervision permitted for patients of record who have an existing treatment plan.

Notes

Direct supervision required for local anesthesia administration (only those categories listed in the course content submitted to the board). General supervision permitted for patients of record who have had an examination by the licensed dentist and have an existing treatment plan.

CE Topics

Regulatory Board

Dental hygienist licenses must be renewed on schedule. Most states require continuing education covering infection control, CPR/BLS, ethics, and clinical topics relevant to dental hygiene practice.

Additional Requirements for Transfer

• •Local anesthesia certification (intra-oral infiltration and block) - mandatory
• •NBDHE passage
• •Accepted clinical exam (CRDTS, WREB, CDCA, or SRTA)
• •CODA-accredited dental hygiene degree
• •Application and fees

Dental hygienist license reciprocity varies by state. Many states offer licensure by credentials or endorsement for hygienists with active licenses in other states, though additional exams or documentation may be required.