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Dental Hygienist
Total cost: $625
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CODA-accredited dental hygiene program
Degree Required
Required
NBDHE
Required
Clinical Exam
$625
Total Initial Fees
30 hrs
CE Hours
Allowed
Local Anesthesia
CODA-accredited dental hygiene program Program must be CODA (Commission on Dental Accreditation) accredited. Program length: 2-3 years.
Pass the National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE). Format: 350 multiple-choice questions (200 discipline-based + 150 case-based), computer-based, 9 hours, administered by Pearson VUE. Passing score: 75. Exam fee: $560.
Pass a clinical board examination. Nevada accepts: ADEX, WREB.
Pass the Nevada dental jurisprudence exam. Nevada Dental Jurisprudence Examination (online). Passing score: 75.
Obtain current CPR/BLS certification, LA permit (Board-approved course), N2O permit, Special Endorsement (for public health/restorative/direct access), Must be 18+ years of age, US citizen or legal work authorization.
Submit your application to the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners. Application fee: $25. License fee: $600. Total initial fees: $625.
Renew your license every Biannual; expires on EVEN years by June 30th. 30 CE hours required. Renewal fee: $300.
CE Hours Required
30 hours
Per biannual; expires on even years by june 30th renewal cycle
Renewal Cycle
Biannual; expires on EVEN years by June 30th
Required CE Topics
3 topic areas
4 hours infection control (mandatory), 4 hours bioterrorism (one-time requirement), Maximum 50% home study
Renewal Fee
$300
Degree Required
CODA-Accredited Program Required
Program Details
2-3 years
Program Length
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Required
NBDHE (National Board)
Required
Clinical Exam
Required
Jurisprudence Exam
National Board Exam (NBDHE)
VerifiedExam Name
National Board Dental Hygiene Examination (NBDHE)
Passing Score
75%
Exam Format
350 multiple-choice questions (200 discipline-based + 150 case-based), computer-based, 9 hours, administered by Pearson VUE
Clinical Exam
VerifiedAccepted Clinical Exams
Jurisprudence Exam
VerifiedExam Name
Nevada Dental Jurisprudence Examination (online)
Passing Score
75%
Overall licensing difficulty: 16/100
Study recommendation: 1–2 weeks of focused review is usually sufficient
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Official Title
Licensed Dental Hygienist
Requirements
CODA-accredited program, NBDHE (75 passing), WREB or ADEX clinical exam, online jurisprudence exam, CPR, 18+ years of age, US citizen or legal work authorization
Supervision
General supervision
Additional Requirements
Official Title
Licensed DH with Special Endorsement (public health/restorative)
Requirements
Licensed DH plus special endorsement; allows practice with NO supervision at health facilities, schools, and Board-approved locations (broadest direct access)
Supervision
NO supervision required at health facilities, schools, and Board-approved locations (broadest direct access among states)
Additional Requirements
Permitted Procedures
VerifiedAllowed
Local Anesthesia
Allowed
Nitrous Oxide
Allowed
Restorative Duties
Not Allowed
Laser Use
Notes
LA permitted with permit and Board-approved course; N2O permitted with permit; Restorative permitted with special endorsement; no laser; Special Endorsement holders can practice with NO supervision at health facilities, schools, and Board-approved locations (broadest direct access); dental therapists also authorized
Permitted Supervision Arrangements
VerifiedGeneral Supervision
Dentist authorizes procedures but need not be present
Direct Supervision
Dentist must be present in the facility
Indirect Supervision
Dentist has authorized procedures and is available
Unsupervised Practice
Hygienist can practice independently without a dentist
Notes
General supervision for standard duties; with Special Endorsement: NO supervision required at health facilities, schools, and Board-approved locations (broadest direct access among states)
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Application fee | $25 |
Exam Fee NBDHE fee paid to JCNDE/ADA | $560 |
License Fee Initial license fee (highest among states) | $600 |
Renewal Fee Biennial renewal (even years, June 30 deadline) | $300 |
Total Initial Fees Application $25 + initial license $600 (highest initial fees among states; excludes NBDHE exam fee) | $625 |
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Renewal & CE Requirements
VerifiedBiannual; expires on EVEN years by June 30th
Renewal Period
30 hrs
CE Hours Required
CE Topics
Renewal Fee
$300
Biennial (even years, June 30)
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.
For a deeper dive into CE requirements and deadlines, see our dental hygienist license renewal guide.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State Credentials
Reciprocity Type
By credentials
Transfer Details
Nevada accepts out-of-state licenses by credentials; must have WREB or ADEX scores; initial license fee $600 (highest among states)
Additional Requirements for Transfer
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CPR/BLS Certification Required
LA permit (Board-approved course)
N2O permit
Special Endorsement (for public health/restorative/direct access)
Must be 18+ years of age
US citizen or legal work authorization
Highest initial fees ($625 = $25 app + $600 license); broadest direct access with Special Endorsement (NO supervision at health facilities, schools, Board-approved locations); one-time bioterrorism CE; dental therapists authorized; online jurisprudence exam
Nevada has the highest initial fees among states ($625 total: $25 application + $600 initial license).
Special Endorsement provides the broadest direct access: NO supervision at health facilities, schools, and Board-approved locations.
One-time bioterrorism CE requirement (4 hours).
Maximum 50% of CE may be from home study.
Dental therapists are also authorized in Nevada.
Jurisprudence exam is administered online.
Renewal is biennial (even years) with June 30 deadline.
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Nevada requires a CODA-accredited dental hygiene program from a CODA-accredited program. The NBDHE is required. Dental hygienists may administer local anesthesia. All licensing is managed through the Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state dental board.