These maps are for illustrative purposes of the ADEX Dental and Dental Hygiene Examination only and depict acceptance for initial licensure. Initial licensure is acceptance of examination results as part of a complete presentation a licensure candidate has met a jurisdiction’s requirements for practice.
Dental
Please be sure to click each state for specific guidance regarding PerioScaling requirements and additional details.
It is the candidate’s responsibility to understand the licensing requirements, including any remediation requirements, for practicing dentistry in the state where they seek licensure. CDCA-WREB-CITA is not responsible for providing this information.
Last Updated 9/22/23 Maps are updated with information as confirmed with each Jurisdiction. Jurisdictions not accepting the ADEX Dental Examination for initial licensure are depicted in grey and include Delaware, Nebraska, and New York.
Dental Hygiene
Please be sure to click each state for specific guidance regarding limitations and additional details.
It is the candidate’s responsibility to understand the licensing requirements, including any remediation requirements, for practicing dentistry in the state where they seek licensure. CDCA-WREB-CITA is not responsible for providing this information.
Last Updated 11/15/2023 Maps are updated with information as confirmed with each Jurisdiction. Jurisdictions not accepting the ADEX Dental Hygiene Examination for initial licensure are depicted in grey and include Delaware and Nebraska.