24 Questions
What is the highest law of the country that Congress cannot contradict?
Constitutional Law
What type of law is based on the decisions made by judges in court cases?
Common 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?
Stare decisis
What is the branch of law that deals with the rules and rulings made by administrative agencies?
Administrative Law
What is the classification of law that deals with crimes and punishments?
Criminal Law
What is the philosophy of law that treats of the principles of positive law and legal relations?
Jurisprudence
What type of law deals with the rights and privileges stated in the Philippine Constitution?
Constitutional Law
What is an example of an administrative agency that passes rules and regulations?
Board of Dentistry
What is the main objective of the principle 'ignorantia legis non excusat'?
To ensure everyone is aware of the law and adheres to it
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
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
What is an example of Statutory Law in the Philippines?
The Philippine Dental Act of 2007
What is one of the functions of law in dentistry?
To establish the boundaries of independent dental action
What is the name of the principle that states 'ignorance of the law excuses no one'?
Ignorantia Legis Non Excusat
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
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
What is the primary function of jurisprudence?
To ascertain the principles of which legal rules are based
What is the scope of dental jurisprudence?
It includes all laws, rules, doctrines, and principles related to the practice of dentistry
What is the source of dental jurisprudence that regulates the practice of dentistry at present?
The Philippine Dental Act of 2007
What is dental legislation?
The process of making laws affecting the practice of dentistry
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
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
What is included in the sources of dental jurisprudence?
The Constitution, Philippine Dental Law, Code of Dental Ethics, and other laws and rules
When was the Philippine Dental Act of 2007 approved?
June 2, 2007
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
Dental Legislation
- Refers to the act or process of making laws affecting the science, art, and practice of dentistry.
- Examples include the Philippine Dental Act of 1965 and the Philippine Dental Act of 2007 (R.A. 9484).
This quiz covers the basics of law in dentistry, including the concept that ignorance of the law is no excuse and the functions of law in society.
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