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How many members does the Board of Dentistry consist of?
How many members does the Board of Dentistry consist of?
11 members total; 8 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, 2 public members.
How is the dental hygienist member elected to the Board?
How is the dental hygienist member elected to the Board?
Elected at large by the dental hygienists residing in the state who are legally licensed to practice dental hygiene.
How are the public members elected to the Board?
How are the public members elected to the Board?
The two public members shall be appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation by the Senate.
How long must a dentist or dental hygienist be licensed to serve on the Board?
How long must a dentist or dental hygienist be licensed to serve on the Board?
If a vacancy occurs on the Board, how long does the Board have to fill the vacancy?
If a vacancy occurs on the Board, how long does the Board have to fill the vacancy?
How old must a dentist be to practice?
How old must a dentist be to practice?
How old must a dental hygienist be to practice?
How old must a dental hygienist be to practice?
No person shall practice as a dental assistant or oral maxillofacial surgery assistant for more than 1 day in a calendar year without having applied for a permit as an assistant from the Board of Dentistry within 30 days of beginning employment.
No person shall practice as a dental assistant or oral maxillofacial surgery assistant for more than 1 day in a calendar year without having applied for a permit as an assistant from the Board of Dentistry within 30 days of beginning employment.
How long must an office maintain patient records from the date of treatment?
How long must an office maintain patient records from the date of treatment?
When must a dental member report a matter involving a fatality of a dental patient from receiving anesthesia?
When must a dental member report a matter involving a fatality of a dental patient from receiving anesthesia?
All contaminated single-use items must be disposed of through established _______________________ guidelines for such disposal.
All contaminated single-use items must be disposed of through established _______________________ guidelines for such disposal.
A dental health care worker infected with HIV or HBV must notify _____ when a risk exposure has occurred?
A dental health care worker infected with HIV or HBV must notify _____ when a risk exposure has occurred?
What are the different types of sterilization processes that all instruments must go through?
What are the different types of sterilization processes that all instruments must go through?
How often must dental professionals renew their licenses?
How often must dental professionals renew their licenses?
How many hours of CE credits must a dental hygienist complete?
How many hours of CE credits must a dental hygienist complete?
Can a dental hygienist and dental assistant perform prophylaxis?
Can a dental hygienist and dental assistant perform prophylaxis?
CE Credit Categories include:
CE Credit Categories include:
Can a dental hygienist administer controlled substances?
Can a dental hygienist administer controlled substances?
Authorization for general supervision shall be limited to a maximum of 13 months following an examination by the supervisory dentist of patient of record?
Authorization for general supervision shall be limited to a maximum of 13 months following an examination by the supervisory dentist of patient of record?
What is the fine for dentists and dental hygienists for failing to report CE's?
What is the fine for dentists and dental hygienists for failing to report CE's?
What is a "treatment facility"?
What is a "treatment facility"?
How does one get elected to the Dental Hygiene Advisory Committee?
How does one get elected to the Dental Hygiene Advisory Committee?
It shall be unlawful for any dental hygienist to:
It shall be unlawful for any dental hygienist to:
Study Notes
Oklahoma Board of Dentistry Structure
- Board consists of 11 members: 8 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, and 2 public members.
- Dental hygienist member is elected at large by state-licensed dental hygienists.
Appointment of Public Members
- Public members appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation.
Eligibility Criteria
- Dentists and dental hygienists must have been licensed for 5 years before serving on the Board.
- Dentists must be at least 21 years old to practice.
- Dental hygienists must be at least 18 years old to practice.
Practice Regulations
- Dental assistants or oral maxillofacial surgery assistants cannot practice over 1 day in a calendar year without a permit from the Board.
- Patient records must be retained for 7 years from the date of treatment.
- Any fatality related to anesthesia in dental practice must be reported within 48 hours.
Sterilization Standards
- Instruments must undergo sterilization through methods such as:
- Steam autoclave
- Chemical vapor autoclave
- Dry heat oven
- Ethylene oxide
- Chemical sterilant (must comply with manufacturer's guidelines).
- Contaminated single-use items should be disposed of following OSHA guidelines.
Reporting and Continuing Education
- Dental healthcare workers with HIV or HBV must notify the State Epidemiologist upon risk exposure.
- Dental professionals must renew their licenses annually, with licenses expiring on December 31.
- Dental hygienists are required to complete 30 hours of continuing education (CE) every 3 years (July 1 - June 30).
- A fine for failing to report CE credits is $1,000 for dentists and $5,000 for dental hygienists.
Duties and Limitations
- Only dentists and dental hygienists can perform prophylaxis; dental assistants are not permitted.
- Dental hygienists cannot administer controlled substances.
- General supervision authorization is limited to 13 months following a dentist's examination of the patient.
Dental Hygiene Advisory Committee
- Comprises one board dental hygiene member and four hygienists (two recommended by the Board, two by a statewide organization).
- Committee members appointed by the Board serve a 3-year term.
Definition of Treatment Facilities
- Includes a variety of facilities such as public health, federal qualified healthcare, private health, hospitals, nursing homes, and dental colleges among others.
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This quiz covers the structure and regulations of the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry, detailing member composition, appointment of public members, eligibility criteria, and practice regulations. Test your knowledge on dental hygiene practices, sterilization standards, and record retention requirements.
