Dental Hygiene Practice and Regulation
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How does one get elected to the Dental Hygiene Advisory Committee?

one current dental hygiene member of the board; two dental hygienists recommended by the Board and two dental hygienists recommended by a statewide organization representing dental hygienists

How long is a term when regarding service on the board? How many consecutive terms can they hold?

3 years; 3 terms

What can happen if a person violates a provision?

fine or imprisonment

When does a dental professional need to report the death of a patient due to the practice of dentistry?

<p>within 24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 5 expanded functions dental assistants can obtain through CODA?

<p>radiation safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many hygienists can be practicing per dentist?

<p>3 full time hygienists</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long do laboratory prescriptions need to be kept?

<p>at least 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should records contain?

<p>health history, results of clinical exam, treatment plan proposed, treatment rendered to the patient, dentists provider, dental hygienist, and license numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Unlawful practices for dental hygienist: _________ or publish, directly or indirectly, or circulate through the usual commercial channels, such as the press, magazines, directories, radio, television, sign, display or by leaflets, the fact that he or she is in the practice of dental hygiene.

<p>Advertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

Unlawful practices for dental hygienist: Place his or her name in any city, commercial or other ______.

<p>directory</p> Signup and view all the answers

Unlawful practices for dental hygienist: Place his or her name in the _____ section of a telephone directory.

<p>classified</p> Signup and view all the answers

Unlawful practices of the dental hygienist: Offer free dental service or examination as an inducement to gain _______.

<p>patronage</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the secret or patented methods or treatments that a dental hygienist cannot claim the use of?

<p>methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

Unlawful practices of the dental hygienist: Employ of use ______ to obtain patronage.

<p>solicitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an unlawful practice of a dental hygienist? (Select all that apply)

<p>Referring patients for compensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define Direct Supervision.

<p>The supervising dentist is in the dental office or treatment facility and personally oversees the patient care and procedures performed by dental staff.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can a dental assistant or maxillofacial surgery assistant be supervised under general supervision?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define Indirect Supervision.

<p>The supervising dentist authorizes procedures, remains in the facility while procedures are performed, and evaluates results within a reasonable time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines the reasonable time for evaluating dental treatment results? (Select all that apply)

<p>Professional judgement of the supervising dentist</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define patient or a patient of record.

<p>An individual who has provided medical history, been examined by a dentist, and accepted for dental care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of a treatment facility? (Select all that apply)

<p>A nursing home</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Oklahoma Board of Dentistry consists of ____ dentists, ____ dental hygienist, ____ members who represent the public.

<p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a dental hygienist attempt to use in an unlawful manner when using information from a former employer's office?

<p>list</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Periodontal ____ and ____ planing

<p>scaling</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Dental hygiene _____ and _____ counseling

<p>nutritional</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Placement of ______ prescription drugs for prevention and treatment of periodontal disease

<p>subgingival</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Soft tissue _____

<p>curettage</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Placement of ______ fillings

<p>temporary</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Removal of ______ margins

<p>overhanging</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Dental ______ maintenance

<p>implant</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Removal of ______ packs

<p>periodontal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: Polishing of ____ restorations and other procedures authorized by the ______

<p>amalgams - Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

Authorization for general supervision shall be limited to a maximum of how many months following an examination by the supervisory dentist of a patient of record?

<p>13</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can a dental hygienist own or operate an independent practice of dental hygiene?

<p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following advanced procedures for dental hygienists with their descriptions:

<p>Administration of local anesthesia = 1 Administration of nitrous oxide analgesia = 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the deadline for annual renewal for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other licensee or permit holders previously licensed or permitted by the Board to practice in this state?

<p>On or before the first day of January of each year</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the annual renewal for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other licensee or permit holders previously licensed or permitted by the Board to practice in this state?

<ul> <li>Renewal application with information as may be required by the Board - Annual renewal fee established by the rules of the Board</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

Upon failure of a dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant, or oral maxillofacial surgery assistant to pay the annual renewal fee within ___ months after January 1, the Board shall notify the individual in ____ by certified mail to the last-known mailing address.

<p>2 - writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the period for continuing education requirements to be due for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other licensee or permit holders previously licensed or permitted by the Board to practice in this state?

<p>three-year</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many hours of continuing education must dentists complete in a three-year period?

<p>60</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many hours of continuing education must hygienists complete in a three-year period?

<p>30</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many hours of continuing education must oral maxillofacial surgery assistants complete in a three-year period?

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many hours of continuing education must certified dental assistants complete in a three-year period as required by the DANB?

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define expanded duty.

<p>A dental procedure for which a dental assistant has received special training in a course of study approved by the Board.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 4 expanded duty permits available for dental assisting?

<p>1.Radiation Safety, 2.Coronal Polishing/Topical Fluoride, 3.Sealants, 4.Nitrous oxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can dental assistants diagnose?

<p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

Duties that can NOT be delegated to dental assistants: _____ planning

<p>Treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following duties that can NOT be delegated: Placement or removal of orthodontic brackets and bands

<ul> <li>Final = Placement or removal of orthodontic brackets and bands</li> <li>remove = removal of fully hardened cement</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

Duties that can NOT be delegated to dental assistants: Removal of _______ cement

<p>fully hardened</p> Signup and view all the answers

Placement or adjustment of any removable or fixed _____ cannot be delegated to dental assistants.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Duties that can NOT be delegated to dental assistants: Placement or removal of _______ materials in a human oral cavity

<p>restorative</p> Signup and view all the answers

Duties that can NOT be delegated to dental assistants: Administration of _______ local anesthetic

<p>injectable</p> Signup and view all the answers

Duties that can NOT be delegated to dental assistants: Utilization of a _______

<p>laser</p> Signup and view all the answers

The patient record shall clearly identify the dentist and the dental hygienist providing the treatment with the dentist, specialty or dental hygienist _______

<p>license number</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why may the Board revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for the presentation to the Board of a ______ diploma, license or certificate, or one obtained by ______ or illegal means.

<p>false, fraud</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for being, by reason of persistent inebriety or addiction to ______, incompetent to continue the practice of dental hygiene.

<p>drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for being guilty of dishonorable or ______ conduct.

<p>unprofessional</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for failure to pay registration ______ as provided by the State Dental Act.

<p>fees</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for being a menace to the public health reason of ______ disease.

<p>communicable</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for being ______ incapacitated or has been admitted to a mental institution.

<p>mentally</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for being ______ in the practice of dental hygiene.

<p>incompetent</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for being guilty of willful _______ in the practice of dental hygiene.

<p>negligence</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for being convicted for treatment for ______ to a facility, either public or private.

<p>drug addiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for practicing or attempting to practice dental hygiene in any place or in any manner other than as ______ by Section 328.34 of this title.

<p>authorized</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for using or attempting to use in any manner whatsoever any oral prophylaxis ______, call list, records, reprints or copies of same, or information gathered therefrom.

<p>list</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for violating or attempting to violate the provisions of the ______ or the ______ of the Board.

<p>State Dental Act, rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for ______ the state dental act of another state resulting in a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, conviction or suspension or revocation of the license of the dental hygienist under the laws of that state.

<p>Violating</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for ______ to comply with the terms and conditions of an order imposing suspension of a license or placement on probation issued pursuant to Section 328.44a of this title.

<p>Failing</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for any ______ that would otherwise be a violation for a _______ under 328.32 of this title.

<p>violation, dentist</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many dental hygienists may a dentist employ?

<p>No more than the equivalent of three full-time dental hygienists for each dentist actively practicing in the same dental office.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The duties and ______ duties authorized for dental assistants.

<p>expanded</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: health history assessment pertaining to dental hygiene.

<p>Health</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: dental hygiene examination and the charting of the intra-oral and extra-oral conditions, which include ______ charting, ______ charting, and classifying ______.

<p>periodontal, dental, occlussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: dental hygiene ______ and ______ for procedures authorized by the supervisory dentist.

<p>assessment, treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Procedures that may be delegated to dental hygienists: ______, which means the removal of calcareous deposits, stains, accretions, or concretions from the supragingival and subgingival surfaces of the teeth, utilizing instrumentation by scaler or periodontal curette on the crown and root surfaces of human teeth.

<p>Scaling</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the public members of the Board become members?

<p>Appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Each member of the Board will hold office for how many years?

<p>3 years, until a successor in office is elected and qualified</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many consecutive terms may a Board member serve?

<p>Board members shall not serve more than 3 consecutive terms</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is a dentist or dental hygienist eligible to serve on the Board?

<p>To be eligible to be elected to and serve on the Board, a dentist or dental hygienist must have been licensed to practice in this state for at least 5 years, and for the 5 years prior to the date of counting the ballots, not have been subjected to a penalty imposed by the Board of its predecessor board.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nominations for dentist members of the Board must be by petition and signed by at least how many dentists residing in the district to be represented by the nominee?

<p>10 dentists</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nominations for dental hygienist members of the Board must be by petition and signed by how many dental hygienists residing in the state?

<p>10 dental hygienists</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nominations for dentist members of the Board must be by petition and signed by dentists residing in the ____ to be represented by the nominee.

<p>district</p> Signup and view all the answers

Nominations for dental hygienist members of the Board must be by petition and signed by dental hygienists residing in the ____.

<p>state</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dentist members of the Board may be recalled and removed from the Board in a special election conducted by the Board upon receipt of a written recall petition signed by at least what percentage of the dentists residing in the district represented by the member?

<p>At least 20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dentist members of the Board may be recalled and removed from the Board upon what?

<p>A receipt of a written recall petition signed by at least 20 % of the dentists residing in the district represented by the member who is subject of the recall petition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The dental hygienist member of the Board may be recalled and removed from the Board upon receipt of a written recall petition signed by at least what percentage of the licensed dental hygienists residing in this state?

<p>At least 20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

The dental hygienist member of the Board may be recalled and removed from the Board upon what?

<p>A receipt of a written recall petition signed by at least 20 % of the licensed dental hygienists residing in this state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A vacancy among the dentist members of the Board shall be filled by a special election on the district of the vacancy for the unexpired term within how many days after the vacancy occurs?

<p>Within 60 days after the vacancy occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

A vacancy among the dental hygienist member of the Board shall be filled by a special election in this state for the unexpired term within how many days after the vacancy occurs?

<p>Within 60 days after the vacancy occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to ______ and test the _______ of the applicants for a license of permit to be issued by the Board.

<p>qualifications</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to affiliate by contract or cooperative agreement with another state or combinations of states for the purposes of conducting simultaneous ________ examinations of applicants for a license to practice dentistry, dental hygiene, or a dental specialty.

<p>regional</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to maintain a list of the ______, ______________, and principal ________ of all persons who hold a license or permit issued by the Board.

<p>office address</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to account for all receipts and expenditures of the monies of the Board, including annually preparing and publishing a statement of receipts and expenditures of the Board for each ________.

<p>fiscal year</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered within limits prescribed in the State Dental Act, set all ______ and ______________ to be imposed and collected by the Board.

<p>administrative penalties</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to employ an ______legal counsel and other advisers to the Board, including advisory committees.

<p>Executive</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to _______ and issue investigative and other subpoenas, pursuant to Article _____ of the Administrative Procedures Act, against any dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant, oral maxillofacial surgery assistant, dental lab technician, or holder of a permit to operate a dental laboratory who has violated the State Dental Act or rules of the Board.

<p>II</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to conduct, in a uniform and reasonable manner, _______ of dental offices and dental laboratories and their business records.

<p>inspections</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to establish guidelines for courses of study necessary for _______ and _________________, and, when appropriate, issue permits authorizing dental assistants to perform expanded duties.

<p>oral maxillofacial surgery assistants</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to establish __________ requirements for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants and oral maxillofacial surgery assistants who hold permits issued by the Board.

<p>continuing education</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to recognize the parameters and standards of care established and approved by the ________.

<p>American Dental Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to formulate, adopt, and promulgate ________, pursuant to Article I of the Administrative Procedures Act, as may be necessary to implement and enforce the provisions of the Oklahoma Dental Mediation Act.

<p>rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to seek and receive advice and assistant of the Office of the _______ of this state.

<p>Attorney General</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to ______, _____, and ______ all persons who hold a license or permit issued by the Board, or who are otherwise regulated by the Board, regarding the State Dental Act and the rules of the Board.

<p>advise</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to affiliate with the American Association of Dental Boards as an ________, pay regular ______, and send members of the Board as ______ to its meetings.

<p>delegates</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to enter into ________.

<p>contracts</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to acquire by purchase, lease, gift, solicitation of gits or by any other manner, hold, encumber, and dispose of personal ______ as needed.

<p>property</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to receive or accept the surrender of a _____, ______ or ______ granted to any person by the Board.

<p>certificate</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Board is authorized and empowered to take all other action necessary to implement and enforce the ______________.

<p>State Dental Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

Any applicant who fails to pass the ________ examination may apply for a second examination, in which case the applicant shall pay a reexamination fee as established by the statutes or rules of the ________.

<p>State Dental Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the applicant fails to pass a second examination, before further re-examination, the Board may require evidence of what?

<p>further re-examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty if a license or permit issued by the Board is suspended for a period of time?

<p>Suspension</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty if a license or permit issued by the Board is revoked?

<p>Revocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum administrative penalty for a violation?

<p>$1,500</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a violation of a provision of this subsection?

<p>Censure</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a violation of a provision of this subsection?

<p>Probation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a violation of a provision of this subsection?

<p>Restriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for practicing dental hygiene without a license?

<p>Practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for holding oneself out as a registered dental hygienist?

<p>Dental Hygienist</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for using certain words or modifications thereof?

<p>Registered Dental Hygienist, R.D.H.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for each violation of this subsection?

<p>Separate criminal offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a violation of paragraph 1 or 3 of subsection B of this section?

<p>Felony</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum fee for obtaining a dental hygienist license?

<p>$100</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum annual renewal fee for a dental hygienist?

<p>$100</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Board?

<p>Public's safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many members compose the Board of Governors?

<p>11</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the breakdown of members that compose the Board of Governors?

<p>8 Dentists, 1 Dental Hygienist, 2 Public Members</p> Signup and view all the answers

To whom would you address all written communication to the Board?

<p>To the Executive Secretary of the Board at the Principal office</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is the annual meeting of the board held?

<p>In the second quarter, each calendar year</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can an appeal be made regarding a decision of the Board?

<p>Yes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Education, training, and other requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of years of practice required for reciprocal licensure for dental hygienists?

<p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of years of practice required for reciprocal licensure for dentists?

<p>5</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for completing the application form for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Application form</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for paying the fee for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Required fee (non-refundable)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for passing the practical examination for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Practical examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for passing the Oklahoma jurisprudence examination for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Jurisprudence examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for meeting the requirements of the State Dental Practice Act for reciprocal licensure?

<p>State Dental Practice Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for submitting proof of a Federal registration in good standing for prescribing, dispensing, or administering controlled dangerous substances for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Federal registration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for submitting a recent color passport-type photograph for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Passport-type photograph</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for accounting for all time units for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Units</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for submitting a copy of the diploma, National Board examination grades, and transcript for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Diploma, National Board examination grades, and transcript</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for submitting three letters of recommendation for reciprocal licensure?

<p>Three letters of recommendation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the requirements for the issuance of a temporary license?

<p>Application, National Board scores, and other requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do temporary dental hygiene licenses expire?

<p>The date of the next clinical examinations required by the Board</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can a dentist practice general dentistry at his/her dental specialty office?

<p>No</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 9 dental specialties recognized by the Board?

<ol> <li>Dental Public Health, 2. Endodontics, ...</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Oklahoma Board of Dentistry

  • The Board has 5 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, and 3 public members.
  • Public members are appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the Senate.
  • Each member takes and subscribes to the oath of office or affirmation provided in Article XV of the Oklahoma Constitution.

Terms of Office

  • Each member of the Board holds office for 3 years, until a successor is elected and qualified.
  • Board members shall not serve more than 3 consecutive terms.

Eligibility to Serve on the Board

  • A dentist or dental hygienist must have been licensed to practice in Oklahoma for at least 5 years to be eligible to serve on the Board.
  • They must not have been subjected to a penalty imposed by the Board or its predecessor board.

Nominations

  • Nominations for dentist members of the Board must be by petition and signed by at least 10 dentists residing in the district to be represented.
  • Nominations for dental hygienist members of the Board must be by petition and signed by at least 10 dental hygienists residing in the state.

Recall and Removal

  • Dentist members of the Board may be recalled and removed from the Board in a special election conducted by the Board upon receipt of a written recall petition signed by at least 20% of the dentists residing in the district represented by the member.
  • Dental hygienist members of the Board may be recalled and removed from the Board in a special election conducted by the Board upon receipt of a written recall petition signed by at least 20% of the licensed dental hygienists residing in the state.

Filling Vacancies

  • A vacancy among the dentist members of the Board shall be filled by a special election on the district of the vacancy for the unexpired term within 60 days after the vacancy occurs.
  • A vacancy among the dental hygienist members of the Board shall be filled by a special election in the state for the unexpired term within 60 days after the vacancy occurs.

Powers and Duties of the Board

  • The Board is authorized to examine and test the qualifications of applicants for a license or permit.
  • The Board may affiliate by contract or cooperative agreement with another state or combinations of states for the purposes of conducting simultaneous regional examinations.
  • The Board shall maintain a list of the names, current mailing addresses, and office addresses of all persons who hold a license or permit issued by the Board.
  • The Board shall account for all receipts and expenditures of the monies of the Board, including annually preparing and publishing a statement of receipts and expenditures for each fiscal year.
  • The Board may set fees and administrative penalties within limits prescribed in the State Dental Act.
  • The Board may employ an executive director, legal counsel, and other advisers.
  • The Board may issue investigative and other subpoenas against any dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant, oral maxillofacial surgery assistant, or holder of a permit to operate a dental laboratory who has violated the State Dental Act or rules of the Board.
  • The Board may conduct inspections of dental offices and dental laboratories.
  • The Board may establish guidelines for courses of study necessary for dental assistants, oral maxillofacial surgery assistants, and issue permits authorizing dental assistants to perform expanded duties.
  • The Board may establish continuing education requirements for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and oral maxillofacial surgery assistants.
  • The Board may recognize the parameters and standards of care established and approved by the American Dental Association.
  • The Board may formulate, adopt, and promulgate rules pursuant to the Administrative Procedures Act.
  • The Board may seek and receive advice and assistance from the Office of the Attorney General.

Unlawful Practices

  • Unlawful practices for dental hygienists include:
    • Advertising or publishing, directly or indirectly, or circulating through the usual commercial channels.
    • Placing their name in any city, commercial or other directory.
    • Placing their name in the classified section of a telephone directory.
    • Offering free dental service or examination as an inducement to gain patronage.
    • Claiming the use of any secret or patented methods or treatments.
    • Employing or using solicitors to obtain patronage.
    • Paying or accepting commission in any form as compensation for referring patients.
    • Advertising as having ability to diagnose or prescribe for any treatment.
    • Publishing any schedule or comparative prices or fees for their services.
    • Claiming or inferring superiority over other dental hygienists.

Supervision

  • Direct supervision: The supervising dentist is in the dental office or treatment facility and personally examines the patient, diagnoses any conditions that need to be treated, and authorizes the procedures to be performed.
  • General supervision: The supervising dentist has diagnosed any conditions to be treated, personally authorized the procedures to be performed, and will evaluate the results of the dental treatment within a reasonable time.
  • Indirect supervision: The supervising dentist is in the dental office or treatment facility, has personally diagnosed any conditions to be treated, authorizes the procedures to be performed, and remains in the dental office or treatment facility while the procedures are being performed.

Treatment Facilities

  • A treatment facility includes:
    • A federal, tribal, state, or local public health facility.
    • A federal qualified health care facility (FQHC).
    • A private health facility.
    • A group home or residential care facility serving the elderly, handicapped, or juveniles.
    • A hospital or dental ambulatory center (DASC).
    • A nursing home.
    • A penal institution operated by or under contract with the federal or state government.
    • A public or private school.
    • A patient of record's private residence.
    • A mobile dental unit.
    • A dental college, dental program, dental hygiene program, or dental assisting program accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation.### Unlawful Practices of Dental Hygienists
  • Attempting to use any oral prophylaxis list, call list, records, reprints, or copies of same, or information gathered therefrom, or the names of patients whom they have formerly treated when serving as an employee in the office of a dentist.
  • Failing to keep prominently displayed in the office of the dentist for whom they are employed, their license and annual renewal certificate.

Power of the Board

  • The Board has the power to revoke or suspend the license, reprimand, or place on probation a dental hygienist for a violation of one or more of the following:
    • Pleading guilty or nolo contendere to, or being convicted of, a felony, a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, or a violation of federal or state controlled dangerous substances laws.
    • Presenting a false diploma, license, or certificate, or one obtained by fraud or illegal means.
    • Being, by reason of persistent inebriety or addiction to drugs, incompetent to continue the practice of dental hygiene.
    • Being guilty of dishonorable or unprofessional conduct.
    • Failing to pay registration fees as provided by the State Dental Act.
    • Being a menace to the public health by reason of a communicable disease.
    • Being mentally incapacitated or having been admitted to a mental institution.
    • Being grossly immoral.
    • Being incompetent in the practice of dental hygiene.
    • Being guilty of willful negligence in the practice of dental hygiene.

Delegation of Duties

  • A dentist may delegate certain duties to a dental hygienist, including:
    • Health history assessment pertaining to dental hygiene.
    • Dental hygiene examination and the charting of the intra-oral and extra-oral conditions.
    • Dental hygiene planning and treatment.
    • Prophylaxis, which means the removal of calcareous deposits, stains, accretions, or concretions from the supragingival and subgingival surfaces of the teeth.
    • Periodontal scaling and root planing.
    • Dental hygiene maintenance and treatment.
    • Placement of subgingival prescription drugs for prevention and treatment of periodontal disease.
    • Soft tissue curettage.
    • Placement of temporary fillings.
    • Removal of overhanging margins.
    • Dental implant maintenance.
    • Removal of periodontal packs.
    • Polishing of amalgam restorations and other procedures authorized by the Board.

Supervision

  • A dentist may authorize procedures to be performed by a dental hygienist, without complying with the provisions of paragraph 3 of subsection B of this section if:
    • The dental hygienist has at least two years of experience in the practice of dental hygiene.
    • The authorization to perform the procedures is in writing and signed by the dentist.
    • The procedures are performed during an initial visit to a person in a treatment facility.
    • The person upon whom the procedures are performed must be referred to a dentist after completion of the procedures performed.

Independent Practice

  • A dental hygienist cannot own or operate an independent practice of dental hygiene.

Advanced Procedures

  • Two advanced procedures for dental hygienists are:
    1. Administration of local anesthesia.
    2. Administration of nitrous oxide analgesia.

Annual Renewal

  • The deadline for annual renewal for dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, oral maxillofacial surgery assistants, and other licensee or permit holders is on or before the first day of January of each year.
  • The annual renewal includes:
    • Renewal application with information as may be required by the Board.
    • Annual renewal fee established by the rules of the Board.

Continuing Education

  • Continuing education requirements shall be due at the end of each three-year period as follows:
    • Dentists shall complete 60 hours.
    • Hygienists shall complete 30 hours.
    • Oral maxillofacial surgery assistants shall complete 12 hours.
    • Certified dental assistants shall complete 12 hours as required by the DANB.

Failure to Pay Annual Renewal Fee

  • Upon failure of a dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant, or oral maxillofacial surgery assistant to pay the annual renewal fee within three months after January 1, the Board shall notify the dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant, or oral maxillofacial surgery assistant in writing by certified mail to the last-known mailing address as reflected in the record of the Board.### Digital Era and Social Change

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Dental Practice Act

  • The Dental Practice Act is a statutory law that defines the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene.
  • The Board of Dentistry reports to the public and has 11 members, including 8 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, and 2 public members.

Licensure and Certification

  • A license or permit is automatically canceled if the renewal certificate is not secured, but it can be reinstated by the Board with a penalty fee.
  • The Board may impose penalties, including suspension, revocation, or censure, for non-compliance with continuing education requirements.
  • The minimum fee for obtaining a dental hygienist license is $100.
  • The minimum annual renewal fee for a dental hygienist is $100.

Reciprocal Licensure

  • Reciprocal licensure is granted without examination to applicants who have been licensed in another state or territory, meet the required education and training, and are in good standing.
  • Applicants must have been in practice for at least 2 years for dental hygienists and 5 years for dentists, and must have completed a required application form, paid the fee, and passed a practical examination.

Temporary Licenses

  • Temporary licenses to practice dental hygiene may be issued by the Board at its discretion, and expire on the date of the next clinical examination.
  • Applicants must complete an application, enclose the required documents, and furnish proof of active practice.

Dental Assisting

  • Expanded duty permits are available for dental assistants, including radiation safety, coronal polishing, sealants, and nitrous oxide.
  • Dental assistants cannot diagnose, plan treatment, prescribe medication, or perform certain procedures, such as surgery, restorative material placement, and laser utilization.

Continuing Education

  • Dental hygienists must complete 30 hours of continuing education every 3 years, including courses in ethics, and at least 50% of the requirements must be from categories A and/or B.
  • The continuing education requirement begins on July 1st of the calendar year following graduation.
  • Presenting, teaching, and self-instructional programs can be used to fulfill continuing education requirements.

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