California dental association 1201 k street, sacramento, ca 95814 888. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. The dental boards regulations are under title 16, professional and vocational regulations, division 10, dental board of california. The statutes pertaining to this board are found at t. The board shall consist of five members appointed by the governor. The 1921 dentists act prohibited the practice of dentistry by. Most visibly, they come into play when dentists seek to respond together to what they perceive as the unlevel playing field that exists between dentists and insurance companies. California dental practice act ce requirement for california dental licensees during every 2year renewal cycle, the dental board of california requires dentists and dental auxilliaries to complete 2 ce units in california dental law, including. American dental association the antitrust laws in dentistry the antitrust laws affect dentists in many ways. The minimum requirement for each renewal period is 50 hours of continuing education, including. Dental hygienist required supervision and allowableprohibited tasks. It is designed to help you make the most of your delta dental plan.
The air carrier access act acaa requires airlines to allow service animals and emotional support animals to accompany their handlers in the cabin of the aircraft. The purpose of this course is to provide california dental professionals with a working knowledge of the contents of the california dental practice act, ensuring that they practice legally and safely. Free dental ce california dental practice act 62818. The practice of these professions is a privilege granted by the state. Laws and regulations dental hygiene board of california. All dental professionals are required to have a comprehensive understanding of the california dental practice act which contains the laws regulating dental professions, along with title 16, california code of regulations, division 10, dental board of california, and all others related to california statues. General provisions relating to practice of dentistry. Candidate information booklet commission on dental.
Louisiana state board of dentistry dental practice act. In order to keep you abreast of current laws, we have compiled the following information. Title 37 professions and occupations chapter 9 dentists section. Dentists, attorneys and other professionals who need ready access to the primary law on dental practice in california will find this an indispensable resource. This combined evidence of coveragedisclosure form discloses the terms and conditions of. California dental practice act, infection control, and. The manager of the dentist wellbeing programs drafted the text. Combined evidence of coverage and disclosure form deltadentalins. The board is selfsupporting and receives no outside government. It is important for dentists to have some grounding in the.
California dental continuing education courses elite cme. California dental infection control, dental practice act. The official version of the kansas dental practices act is codified in article 14 of chapter 65 and article 14 of chapter 74 of the kansas statutes annotated and amendments or supplements thereto. You may click on the links below to see each chapter of the texas occupations code as it pertains to the practice of dentistry. The services must not be in excess of the normally required treatment. For specific questions or interpretation, contact the missouri dental board below is a list of topics within the dental practice act to help you find information quicker. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the dental practice act. Ar dental practice act arkansas state board of dental examiners. Nbdhe dental hygienist practice test take this free nbdhe sample practice test below to see how prepared you are for a dental hygienist certification exam. The dental profession holds a special position of trust within society. Dental assistant required supervision and allowableprohibited tasks. Any act or acts performed by an assistant to a dentist licensed to practice in.
The board, following specific notice requirements and hearings, adopts rules. The purpose of this booklet is to assemble andor identify in one place the florida laws and rules to. The antitrust laws in dentistry home american dental. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.
Jurisprudence examination each applicant for a dental or dental hygiene license is required to successfully complete a written jurisprudence exam. Business and professions code, division 2, chapter 4, article 9, sections 19001966. Service animals for evidence that an animal is a service animal, air carriers may ask to see identification cards, written documentation, presence of harnesses or tags, or ask. Code 20 illinois orthotics, prosthetics and pedorthics practice act. Statutes and administrative rules are available by clicking below.
Dental practice act effective january 1, 2020 version oregon revised statutes ors the law establishing the board of dentistry and describing its authority and responsibilities is found in ors 679. The purpose of this booklet is to assemble andor identify in one place the florida laws and rules to which the board of dentistry, the department of health and florida licensed dentists and dental hygienists must adhere. Select a state below to find state statutes, regulations and administrative rules governing the practice of each member of the dental team, brought to you through a collaborative endeavor between the american association of dental boards aadb and danb. In a proactive measure to advance the commonwealth of kentuckys conservation initiative, the kentucky board of dentistry is providing electronic access to the kentucky dental practice act through the internet. The dental practice act therefore consists of chapter 4328, chapter 4328. The services must meet generally accepted standards of dentistry or dental practice. The purpose of this booklet is to assemble andor identify in one place the.
Dentists and dental offices nationwide will benefit from the practice of antibiotic stewardship, and the implementation of these practices will likely improve patient outcomes. Dental practice act the dental practice act is found in chapters 251 through 267 of the texas occupations code. This continuing education program will provide an understanding of antibiotic stewardship, direct dental teams to the information they need to evaluate their current. All licensees shall accumulate the required continuing education units during the biennial license or permit renewal period assigned by the board on each license or permit, including 2 units each of continuing education in infection control and dental practice act specific to california regulations as defined in section 1016b1a. Everything you need to succeed arkansas state dental association. Not related to actual exam questions the speaker laurel loomer, rdhap, and attorney. The products explain good documentation expectations and using dental software as a tool for good documentation practices. Code of maryland unannotated and rules free public access after you click on the link, please indicate your agreement to the terms and conditions by clicking i agreeyou will then be taken to a page where numerous statutes can be found in alphabetical order. Code 10 illinois occupational therapy practice act.
Some aspects of dental practice isolation, for example, and access to controlled substances, a dea number, nitrous oxide, the knowledge about how drugs work, and an office in which to use may create an environment that actually aids the development of problems. Eleven persons, 8 of whom have been dentists for a period of 5 years or more. These booklets were sent to all dentists on the dental register of the united. Florida board of dentistry links and resources licensing. Excerpts from the state dental practice act or state administrative rules pertaining to dental assistants order danbs state fact booklet pdf unfamiliar with a term or acronym. Both have the force of law and may be used in the regulation of a profession. In return, the profession makes a commitment to society that its members will adhere to.
California business and professions code dental board of. The california dental practice act is the body of laws in the california business and professions code and the california code of regulations governing dental professionals, including dentists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, orthodontists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists. Kid care chip benefit booklet 62018 schedule dental appointments, you and your dentist should discuss the amount to be paid by delta dental and your financial obligation for the proposed treatment. Dental benefits booklet for kid care chip program participants. The boards mission is to protect the public by licensing qualified dental professionals and regulating the practice of dentistry through administration of the dental practice act. Four members of the board must be licensed dental hygienists and must have been engaged in the practice of dental hygiene for not fewer. Survey of dental practice provides information on all aspects for. The board of dental examiners of alabama was established to ensure that every dentist and dental hygienist practicing in this state meets minimum requirements for safe practice.
Descriptive text, photos and charts are provided for each area of the state. Service animals and emotional support animals ada national. California dental practice act print a compilation of the dental practice act plus related statutes and regulations, published in cooperation with the california dental board. The new law and regulations also allows dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia to facilitate both dental and dental hygiene procedures. The state dental board is the appropriate agency to contact for specific information about licensure requirements, the state dental practice act, or other. How to access dental statutes please read the instructions below carefully before you access the link. Practice act, and regulate the practice of dentistry in the state of new jersey. Candidate information booklet florida laws and rules examination dental dental hygiene 2018. The nbdhe dental hygienist exam has 350 questions and has two components discipline based and dental hygiene patient cases.
Ghi will not provide benefits for covered services unless they meet the conditions set forth. The said book shall show, also, the license number and the date upon which such. This latest edition of california dental practice act with related statutes and regulations is an annually updated softcover reference published in cooperation with the california dental board. Florida department of health division of medical quality. There is created a board of dentistry, to be composed of persons designated from time to time by the secretary, as follows. Although chapter 4328, relates more specifically to the dentist it also applies to dental hygienists and dental assistants with equal force when applicable. All licensed dental professionals are mandated by the california code of regulation 1600 to receive instruction before each license renewal period. As a consequence, society affords the profession certain privileges that are not available to members of the publicatlarge. Sections 401510 through 4015380 of the 1976 code are designated as article 1, entitled general provisions.
To protect the public from incompetent dental healthcare providers, each state has established state dental practice act an administrative board that interprets and implements state regulations. Although the title implies the subject matter is purely related to dentists, the act pertains to dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants. Ndaa health plans booklet nda health insurance alliance plan faqs on december 20, 2018, the first meeting of the nda health insurance alliance, was held with michelle sitorius, attorney for the alliance, nda executive director david odoherty and board members drs. Chapter 4320 relates to dental hygienists and dental assistants. Chapter 120, florida statutes, is the administrative procedures act. Click here to download the ownership of a dental practice form. The nerb is now the commission on dental competency assessments cdca. The unique nature of many dental procedures, instruments, and patient care settings also may require specific strategies directed to preventing pathogen transmission among dental health care personnel and their. The board may grant an applicant who is an author or editor of a published book. List the governing agencies of the dental profession and define theyre functions. Dental hygienist means a person licensed to practice dental hygiene pursuant to this chapter. The establishment of a separate board to regulate the practice of dental hygiene.
Dental assisting program dental assisting program overview introduction welcome to ivy tech community college. Dentist rcws and wacs washington state department of health. In addition, members of the public may use this course to enhance their personal knowledge of. The board is required by law to promulgate certain rules to. The kentucky board of dentistry is a state agency governed by the commonwealth of kentucky. Infection control and california dental practice act may be taken online at any of the registered continuing education web sites below. The purpose of the application booklet is to explain basic information about the history, the program of study, and the present admission process to the dental assisting program, one. Maryland law requires that each owner of a dental practice hold. Thedentalcommunitystatedentalboardsstatedentalpracticeacts. Chapter 466, florida statutes, is the law which governs the practice of dentistry in the state of. Code 0 nursing home administrators licensing and disciplinary act. The missouri dental board ensures licensed dental professionals practice in accordance with the rules and statutes of the dental practice act. California dental practice act, infection control, and osha.
Excerpts from the state dental practice act or state administrative rules pertaining to dental assistants. The publications of the maine state legislature are made available on the internet as a public service and reliance on any such information is at the users own risk. Brad krivohlavek, chris foix, shay mcgowen, sami webb and steve wirth. Expanded function dental auxiliary required supervision and allowableprohibited tasks.
Describe the legal role and responsibilities of the dentist and dental auxiliaries. All of the florida statutes and administrative rules mentioned in this introduction are not included in this booklet. This ce course has been approved by the dental board of california and satisfies your ce requirements for training related to the california dental practice act. This experience can be helpful in determining whether the dental practice and the prospective employee are a good match for each other. Adobe reader is required to open these documents the state board of dentistry and the indiana professional licensing agency are prohibited from providing legal advice on issues in the statute and administrative rules. The practice of dentistry in the state of illinois is hereby declared to affect the public health, safety and welfare and to be subject to regulation and control in the public interest. Jan 01, 2020 view the dental board rules that regulate the practice dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental assisting in the state of iowa. The commission on dental competency assessments, inc. It is further declared to be a matter of public interest and co. The practice of dentistry in the state of illinois is hereby declared to affect the public health, safety and welfare. This copy of the kansas dental practices act is unofficial.
This act may be cited as the illinois dental practice act. The dental practice act is found in chapters 251 through 267 of the texas occupations code. Exemptions from license the licensing provisions of this chapter shall not apply to. Statutes are proposed and made law by the tennessee state general assembly legislature. Ada principles of ethics and code of professional conduct. The new law and regulations allow dental hygienists to administer nitrous oxide after obtaining a board permit. There is a greater chance of a patient missing an appointment if it is scheduled too far in advance. The inclusion or omission of any statute or regulation within this unofficial copy shall not be used as a basis for compliance with. The practice of dental hygiene, in accordance with section 6606 of the education law, shall be performed either under the supervision of a licensed dentist or pursuant to a collaborative arrangement as defined in subdivision f of this section. Eighty percent 40 hours must be completed for category i. Although the principles of infection control remain unchanged, new technologies, materials, equipment, and data require continuous evaluation of current infection control practices. This booklet, geared towards the dental student, highlights the benefits of practicing in pennsylvania. The state of maine, its agencies, officers and employees do not warrant the accuracy, reliability, completeness or.