Louisiana State Board of Dentistry Review 2020

Questions and Answers

LSBD was created within the?

Department of Health and Hospitals

LSBD is composed of qualified licensed dentist(s), qualified licensed dental hygienist(s) and __ consumer(s).

15;1;1

The __________ of Louisiana appoints each member of the board.

governor

The _________ confirms the appointment.

senate Signup and view all the answers

Louisiana is divided into __ districts.

9 Signup and view all the answers

How many dentist(s) are appointed from District 5?

2 Signup and view all the answers

___ dentist(s) will be appointed from the State at Large:

3 Signup and view all the answers

Where is the dental hygienist appointed from?

State at Large, from a list of 3 nominees certified by the board secretary and sent to the governor Signup and view all the answers

The board consists of _ dentist(s) from the districts (2 from District 5) + _ 'At large' dentist(s) + dental hygienist(s) + consumer member.

10;3;1;1 Signup and view all the answers

Each member appointed to the board will serve a *term of __ year(s).

5 Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception for board member faculty members?

A part-time member of faculty may be appointed as long as the time spent is no more than 8 hours per week. Signup and view all the answers

The domicile of the LSBD shall be the city of:

East Baton Rouge Signup and view all the answers

Each board member shall be reimbursed $_______/day.

150 Signup and view all the answers

The president of the board shall be paid __________ in an amount set by the board.

a salary Signup and view all the answers

All fees received by the board shall be paid to the:

Secretary-Treasurer Signup and view all the answers

Individuals may surrender their license while the individual is under investigation or while charges are pending.

False Signup and view all the answers

A RDH may only operate in the office of a licensed dentist under his _______________ supervision.

direct-on-site Signup and view all the answers

How many dentist members are appointed by the governor?

13 Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the type of license issued when a license has been suspended, revoked, or denied after a hearing?

Restricted License Signup and view all the answers

Reports and information furnished to the board shall NOT be deemed public records.

True Signup and view all the answers

Board members are NOT liable for actions taken upon DDS or RDH when acting without malice.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is required within ____ days to report if someone is seropositive for HBV, HCV, or HIV?

90 Signup and view all the answers

What does LSBD stand for?

Louisiana State Board of Dentistry Signup and view all the answers

A dental hygienist may have a business card as long as the following information is on the card:

Name and address of employing dentist Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding hygiene anesthesia permits?

A hygienist must apply for and receive a separate permit for nitrous oxide Signup and view all the answers

T/F: A dental hygienist does not have to notify the state board of changes in unemployment.

False Signup and view all the answers

The Louisiana State Board of Dentistry operates under the authority of which Louisiana agency?

Department of Health and Hospitals Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Louisiana State Board of Dentistry (LSBD) Overview

Created within the Department of Health and Hospitals.
Comprised of 15 qualified licensed dentists, 1 licensed dental hygienist, and 1 consumer member.

Board Composition and Appointments

Appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate.
Divided into 9 electoral districts; each district nominates candidates from a roster of licensed dentists.
District 5 has 2 dentist representatives (designated as District 5A and 5B).
3 dentists are appointed "at large"; one from a list of 3 licensed black dentists and the others from a general roster.

Terms and Conditions

Board members serve 5-year terms, with a maximum of 2 consecutive terms (totaling 10 years).
No faculty members from dental or dental hygiene departments can serve on the board, with the exception of part-time faculty (max 8 hours/week).
Board's domicile is in East Baton Rouge.

Financial Regulations

Board members are reimbursed $150/day for board duties, plus reasonable travel expenses.
Fees received by the board are managed by the Secretary-Treasurer.
Only checks, money orders, or certified checks are accepted as payment.

License Management and Obligations

Licenses cannot be voluntarily surrendered during investigations or pending charges.
A restricted license is available under probationary conditions after suspension or revocation.
Dental hygienists must operate under the direct supervision of a licensed dentist.

Renewal and Reporting Requirements

Renewal license fees are biennial, with payments required after the current certificate expiration accompanied by a delinquency fee.
Failure to renew by February 1st results in license revocation unless justified at a board meeting.
Hepatitis B, C, or HIV status changes must be reported to the board within 90 days.
Reports submitted to the board are confidential and not public records.

Patient Care and Professional Practices

Licenses must be displayed prominently in offices, along with current renewal permits.
Mobile dental clinics must operate as self-contained facilities.
Patient records must be maintained for a minimum of 6 years or longer; X-rays are retained for at least 3 years.

Continuing Education and Permits

Continuing education includes CPR certification (3 hours clinical).
Hygienists can administer nitrous oxide if permitted; separate permits are needed for local anesthesia and nitrous.
Denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses can occur due to disciplinary actions or convictions.

Advertising and Business Practices

Dentists must specify "General Dentistry" or "Family Dentistry" in larger font in advertising.
Licensee name disclosure permissible for 12 months post-sale or 24 months for deceased/disability cases.
Copying charges for patient records are allowed.

Legal and Ethical Considerations

Violators of the law related to forgery may face fines up to $5,000 or imprisonment.
Board members have immunity when acting in good faith without malice.
National Practitioner Data Bank receives impairment information.

Examination and Application for Licensure

Applicants can acquire licenses through examination, credentials, or reciprocity (not permitted in Louisiana).
The LSBD adopts recommendations from the ADA on handling infectious waste management.
License renewal occurs every two years on December 31 for hygienists.

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