Dental Practice Act Review

Flashcards about the Dental Practice Act and related topics

What does 'D' level of supervision mean?

Direct supervision by a licensed dentist who is physically present.

What does 'C' level of supervision mean?

Supervision by a Dentist, Registered Dental Hygienist, or Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice.

What level of supervision is determined by the supervising licensed dentist?

Whether an authorized procedure performed by a registered dental assistant should be performed under general or direct supervision.

What does 'G' level of supervision mean?

Supervision based on instructions from a licensed dentist without requiring their physical presence.

Name the different types of Dental Auxiliaries.

Dental Assistant (DA), Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Orthodontic Assistant Permit Holder, Dental Sedation Permit Holder, Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF), Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH).

What are 'Basic Supportive Dental Procedures' for a Dental Assistant (DA)?

Technically Elementary procedures that are completely reversible under the supervision of a licensed dentist.

What certifications and courses are required for a Dental Assistant (DA) with 120+ days of continuous employment?

CPR Certification, Infection Control Board Approved Course (8Hrs), Dental Practice Act Board Approved Course (2Hrs).

What are the requirements for an Orthodontic Assistant Permit Holder?

Orthodontic Assistant Course, Passage of Written Exam, Dental Practice Act Course (2 hours), Infection Control Course (8 hours), CPR Course, 12 months of verifiable work experience as DA or active RDA license.

What are the requirements for a Dental Sedation Assistant Permit Holder?

Dental Sedation Assistant Course, Passage of Written Exam, Dental Practice Act Course (2hrs), Infection Control Course (8hrs), CPR, 12 months of verifiable work experience as DA or Active RDA license.

What are the pathways to become a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)?

Pathway 1: Graduation from Educational Program. Pathway 2: Work Experience Prior to January 2010 (12 Months Working experience, after 15 months or 1280 hours of working experience). Pathway 3: Blended education /Work experience You may complete fewer than 15 months work experience if you provide evidence that you have graduated from an internship on a week-for-week basis.

What courses are required to be a Registered Dental Assistant(RDA)?

Dental Radiography (Radiation Safety), Coronal Polishing, Dental Practice Act Course, Infection Control, CPR. A Pit & Fissure course must be completed prior to the first renewal(expiration).

What are the requirements to become a Registered Dental Assistant in Extended Functions (RDAEF)?

EF postsecondary program, Completion of a Board-approved course on duties specified in section 1753.5, Current licensure as RDA OR Completion of the requirements for licensure as RDA, Completion of Board-approved Pit & Fissures Course.

What is not allowed to be taught in RDAEF programs?

Periodontal probing based on an “interpretation” of the oral health assessment duty.