DENTAL LEGISLATION

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What is the highest law of the country that Congress cannot contradict?

Constitutional Law (correct)

Common Law

Criminal Law

Administrative Law

What type of law is based on the decisions made by judges in court cases?

Civil Law

Constitutional Law

Common Law (correct)

Administrative Law

What is the term for the principle that states that once an issue has been decided, all other cases concerning the same issue should be decided the same way?

Administrative Law

Stare decisis (correct)

Constitutional Law

Jurisprudence

What is the branch of law that deals with the rules and rulings made by administrative agencies?

Administrative Law Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of law that deals with crimes and punishments?

Criminal Law Signup and view all the answers

What is the philosophy of law that treats of the principles of positive law and legal relations?

Jurisprudence Signup and view all the answers

What type of law deals with the rights and privileges stated in the Philippine Constitution?

Constitutional Law Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an administrative agency that passes rules and regulations?

Board of Dentistry Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the principle 'ignorantia legis non excusat'?

To ensure everyone is aware of the law and adheres to it Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the four basic functions of law in a society?

To redefine relationships between persons and groups when conditions of life change Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Dental Law and Related Legislations?

To provide a framework for establishing what dental actions are legal in the care of patients Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of Statutory Law in the Philippines?

The Philippine Dental Act of 2007 Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the functions of law in dentistry?

To establish the boundaries of independent dental action Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the principle that states 'ignorance of the law excuses no one'?

Ignorantia Legis Non Excusat Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Civil Code in relation to the principle 'ignorantia legis non excusat'?

To ensure everyone is aware of the law and adheres to it Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of law in dentistry in terms of establishing the boundaries of independent dental action?

To establish the boundaries of independent dental action Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of jurisprudence?

To ascertain the principles of which legal rules are based Signup and view all the answers

What is the scope of dental jurisprudence?

It includes all laws, rules, doctrines, and principles related to the practice of dentistry Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of dental jurisprudence that regulates the practice of dentistry at present?

The Philippine Dental Act of 2007 Signup and view all the answers

What is dental legislation?

The process of making laws affecting the practice of dentistry Signup and view all the answers

What is the authority of the Board according to the Philippine Dental Act of 1965?

To issue, suspend, or revoke certificates of registration and oversee dental education Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of jurisprudence in relation to new or doubtful cases?

To settle the manner in which new or doubtful cases should be brought under the appropriate rules Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the sources of dental jurisprudence?

The Constitution, Philippine Dental Law, Code of Dental Ethics, and other laws and rules Signup and view all the answers

When was the Philippine Dental Act of 2007 approved?

June 2, 2007 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Legal Foundations of Dentistry

The law provides a framework for establishing what dental actions in the care of patients are legal.
The concept "ignorantia legis non excusat" means ignorance of the law excuses no one.

Functions of Law in Society

Define relationships among members of society and state which activities are permissible and which are not.
Describe what force may be applied to maintain rules and by whom it is applied.
Provide solutions to problems.
Redefine relationships between persons and groups when conditions of life change.

Functions of Law in Dentistry

Provides a framework for establishing what dental actions in the care of patients are legal.
Delineates the dentist’s responsibilities from those of other health practitioners.
Helps to establish the boundaries of independent dental action.
Assists in maintaining a standard of dental practice by making dentists accountable under the law.

Classification of Law

Statutory Law: laws passed by Congress, e.g. the Philippine Dental Act of 2007.
Constitutional Law: rights, privileges, and responsibilities stated in the Philippine Constitution.
Administrative Law: rules and rulings made by administrative agencies, e.g. the Board of Dentistry.
Common Law: decisions made by judges in court cases or established by rules of custom and tradition.

Dental Jurisprudence

Refers to the philosophy of law, or the science which treats of the principles of positive law and legal relations.
Comprises all laws, rules, doctrines, and principles, legal opinions, and decisions of competent authority regarding governance and regulation of practice of dentistry.

Sources of Dental Jurisprudence

Constitution
Philippine Dental Law
Code of Dental Ethics
Revised Penal Code
Rule of Court
National Internal Revenue Code
Corporation Code
Labor Code
Local Government Code
Legislations/Rules and Regulations Related to Practice of Dentistry
Decisions/Resolutions Related to Practice of Dentistry