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Orthodontist Licensing in Massachusetts

Review current requirements, exam details, renewal cycle, and salary outlook for orthodontist in Massachusetts, including See agency and board contact links.

Last verified: Feb 21, 2026

Current

Application Fee

See agency

Exam Requirement

Both state and third-party exams required

Renewal Cycle

See board renewal rules

Licensing Blueprint for Orthodontist in Massachusetts

Estimated timeline: Varies by board

Core Requirements

  1. 1

    Education: Degree required.

  2. 2

    Experience: No experience required.

  3. 3

    Background/Criminal Review: No criminal record prohibitions.

  4. 4

    License Type: Stand-alone license.

  5. 5

    Are graduate dental students licensed when they take their clinical portion of the NERB examination?.

  6. 6

    C.112, 45 requires all applicants for dental licensure in the Commonwealth to submit a full, accurate, and complete application for licensure on forms provided by the Board, and to provide proof that they have: graduated with a DDS or DMD degree from a dental college accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation

    • and successfully passed the national board exams, the written and clinical parts of the Northeast Regional Board Examination (NERB) (or other regional exam accepted by the Board of Registration in Dentistry), and the Massachusetts Ethics and Jurisprudence Exam.

Exam and processing details

  • national board exams, the written and clinical parts of the Northeast Regional Board Examination (NERB) (or other regional exam accepted by the Board of Registration in Dentistry), and the Massachusetts Ethics and Jurisprudence Exam

Continuing education and program notes

  • Continuing education required to maintain license

Application Snapshot

  1. Licensing Authority

    Board of Registration in Dentistry • Division of Health Professions Licensure

  2. Current Filing Fee

    See agency

  3. Renewal Cycle

    See board renewal rules

  4. Salary Position

    N/A median salary

Step-by-Step Process (7)

  1. 1. Meet Massachusetts eligibility requirements for Orthodontist licensure.
  2. 2. Complete required education or training: Degree required.
  3. 3. Document required supervised experience: No experience required.
  4. 4. Pass required examination steps: Both state and third-party exams required national board exams, the written and clinical parts of the Northeast Regional Board Examination (NERB) (or other regional exam accepted by the Board of Registration in Dentistr....
  5. 5. Prepare supporting documentation (background check: No criminal record prohibitions; Background/Criminal Review: No criminal record prohibitions.; C.112, 45 requires all applicants for dental licensure in the Commonwealth to submit a full, accurate, and complete application for licen...).
  6. 6. Submit the application to Board of Registration in Dentistry~Division of Health Professions Licensure and monitor board communications.
  7. 7. Maintain post-licensure compliance (continuing education: Continuing education required to maintain license).

Salary Insights in Massachusetts

State Hiring Climate (QCEW)

Rising

QoQ Employment Change

+2.1%

Average Weekly Wage

$1,805

Median annual salary

N/A

Hourly estimate

N/A
National comparison unavailable

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Percentile Distribution

Annual compensation
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  • P50MedianN/A
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  • P9090th percentileN/A

State vs National Median

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Nearby States Comparison

Orthodontist licensing across the region
StateMedian SalaryEducationExamTimeline
MassachusettsN/ADegree requiredBoth state and third-party exams requiredVaries by board
New HampshireN/ADegree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
VermontN/ADegree requiredBoth state and third-party exams requiredVaries by board
New York$105,110Degree requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board
Connecticut$381,660Degree requiredState-approved examVaries by board
Rhode IslandN/ASpecific course requiredThird-party exam requiredVaries by board

License by Endorsement

Transfer requirements are state-specific. Use this quick matrix as a planning signal, then verify final endorsement rules with each board.

StateReciprocity ScoreTierNotes
Massachusetts50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
New Hampshire50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Vermont50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
New York50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
Connecticut78HighBoard-specific review required.
Rhode Island50LowState-specific exam conditions may apply. Documented experience may be required.
  • License status indicator: Active.
  • Continuing education indicator: Continuing education required to maintain license.
  • Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Official Licensing Agency

Official website verified

Board of Registration in Dentistry • Division of Health Professions Licensure

239 Causeway Street 5th Floor, Suite 500, Boston, MA, 02114

Phone: 6177279928

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FAQ

How long does it take to become a Orthodontist in Massachusetts?

Most applicants finish the licensing path in about Varies by board, but timing can change based on education track, exam scheduling, and board processing.

What exams are required for Orthodontists in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts lists Both state and third-party exams required as part of the licensure process for Orthodontists.

What education do you need to become a Orthodontist in Massachusetts?

The board typically expects Degree required for Orthodontist licensure in Massachusetts.

Can I transfer my Orthodontist license to Massachusetts from another state?

Transfer requirements vary by board. License status indicator: Active. Continuing education indicator: Continuing education required to maintain license. Reciprocity and transfer rules vary by state board. Verify directly with the agency.

Who is the licensing agency for Orthodontists in Massachusetts?

The licensing agency is Board of Registration in Dentistry / Division of Health Professions Licensure. Review agency details at http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/dph/programs/hcq/dhpl/dentist/about/.

How often do you renew a Orthodontist license in Massachusetts?

Current guidance indicates a renewal cycle of See board renewal rules.