Florida Board of Dentistry Overview
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What is the minimum number of licensed dentists required on the Board of Dentistry?

  • Ten
  • Five
  • Nine
  • Seven (correct)

    • How long is the term for a member of the Board of Dentistry?

  • 2 years
  • 8 years
  • 6 years
  • 4 years (correct)

    • Which of the following is a requirement for members of the Board of Dentistry who are licensed dentists?

  • Must be involved in dental education
  • Must be under 30 years of age
  • Must have been practicing for at least 5 years (correct)
  • Must not practice in dentistry while on the board

    • What is one of the requirements for a layperson member of the Board of Dentistry?

    <p>Must never have been a dentist or dental hygienist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Council on Dental Hygiene?

    <p>To advise the Board of Dentistry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if a board member is connected with a dental college?

    <p>They must comply with s. 456.007</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times per year must the Council on Dental Hygiene meet?

    <p>Three times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of years a member can serve on the Board of Dentistry?

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

    What is the primary purpose of the booklet discussed?

    <p>To compile Florida laws and rules for dental professionals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter of Florida Statutes governs the practice of dentistry?

    <p>Chapter 466</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Board of Dentistry have regarding rules and statutes?

    <p>To promulgate rules to implement specific mandates of the law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chapter 120 of Florida Statutes ensure?

    <p>Public access to the functions of administrative bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter outlines administrative rules specifically for the Board of Dentistry?

    <p>Chapter 64B5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main interaction between Chapter 456 and the Board of Dentistry?

    <p>It governs the Department of Health's activities related to dentistry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the bold statutes and rules mentioned in the introduction?

    <p>They are the only laws included in the booklet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must adhere to the rules and statutes compiled in the booklet?

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

    What is required of an applicant regarding the status of their dental license from another state or territory?

    <p>It must never have been revoked, suspended, or restricted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an applicant's engagement in full-time practice of dentistry?

    <p>Serving as an assistant in a dental office part-time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many hours per year must an applicant practice dentistry to meet the full-time requirement?

    <p>1,200 hours.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of proof is the board responsible for developing rules about?

    <p>Proof of full-time practice of dentistry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an applicant have avoided regarding reports to data banks?

    <p>Being flagged in the National Practitioner Data Bank.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an applicant has been licensed in another state for less than five years, what must they demonstrate?

    <p>Engagement in full-time practice since initial licensure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately reflects the definition of full-time practice as outlined?

    <p>It must include a minimum of 1,200 hours of active clinical practice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the implication for an applicant who successfully appeals to remove their name from a data bank?

    <p>They are exempt from submitting proof of their report history.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for a dentist to administer general anesthesia or sedation?

    <p>Certification in basic or advanced cardiac life support.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role of the board regarding anesthesia in dentistry?

    <p>Providing free anesthesia training for dentists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the requirements for dental offices using anesthesia?

    <p>Availability of specified resuscitative equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must dental professionals recertify their CPR or ACLS certifications?

    <p>Every 2 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What administrative mechanism can the board establish concerning dental professionals?

    <p>A system to verify compliance with training and equipment requirements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of peer review by professional associations of dentists?

    <p>To serve as a valuable service to the public regarding consumer complaints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is protected from testifying in disciplinary proceedings according to the peer review provisions?

    <p>Members who voluntarily serve on a peer review committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the information obtained from peer review organizations in disciplinary proceedings?

    <p>It cannot be introduced into evidence in disciplinary proceedings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a privilege or immunity provided to peer review organizations or committee members?

    <p>Protection from civil lawsuits for all actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the legislative provisions, what must members of peer review organizations do if they suspect a violation?

    <p>Report the name of any licensee believed to have violated the chapter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the privileges and immunities extended to professional organizations in peer review?

    <p>They provide legal protection for reporting and evaluating complaints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the law grants protection to peer review members regarding testimony about proceedings?

    <p>s. 456.073</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What restrictions apply to information from peer review organizations in terms of disciplinary proceedings?

    <p>It can be used if obtained from original sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Florida Board of Dentistry Overview

    • The Florida Board of Dentistry's purpose is to oversee the practice of dentistry in the state, adhering to Chapter 466, Florida Statutes, and Rules 64B5 and 64B27 of the Florida Administrative Code.
    • The Board consists of eleven members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate: seven licensed dentists, two licensed dental hygienists, and two laypersons.
    • Board members who are dentists must have at least five years of clinical practice experience. At least one member must be 60 or older. Members serve four-year terms, with a maximum of ten years total service.
    • The Board advises the Department of Health and may create councils (e.g., Council on Dental Hygiene) to provide advice, and these councils are supported administratively by the Department of Health.

    Chapter 466, Florida Statutes: Dentistry

    • This chapter governs the practice of dentistry in Florida.
    • It outlines the composition and responsibilities of the Board of Dentistry.
    • It addresses aspects of licensure, including requirements for out-of-state dentists (e.g., full-time practice definition of minimum 1200 hours annually for 5 years).
    • It details rules regarding anesthesia, specifying requirements for training, education, experience, certifications in CPR or ACLS, and necessary equipment.
    • Pharmacists licensed under Chapter 465 may fill prescriptions from legally licensed Florida dentists for dentistry-related drugs.

    Peer Review

    • The state recognizes the value of peer review in addressing consumer complaints.
    • Peer review committee members have the same rights and immunities as other complainants or witnesses, and the organizations are granted the same privileges and immunities as medical review committees under s. 766.101(3).
    • Information from peer review records is not discoverable or admissible in disciplinary proceedings. However, information obtained from original sources remains accessible, regardless of presentation in peer review proceedings.

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    This quiz provides an overview of the Florida Board of Dentistry, detailing its purpose, composition, and responsibilities as stipulated in Chapter 466 of the Florida Statutes. It covers important aspects like member qualifications and the Board's advisory role with the Department of Health.

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