LAWS, RULES AND REGULATIONS
The following provides some basic reference information on laws, rules and regulations relating to the profession, licensure and practice of dental hygiene. It is not a comprehensive list but intended to provide initial background and sources.
Education Law
Dentistry and Dental Hygiene [and Certified Dental Assisting] – Article 133
- Introduction:6600
- Dental Hygiene Restricted Local Infiltration Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Certificate:6605-b
- Definition of Practice of Dental Hygiene:6606
- Practice of Dental Hygiene and Use of Title “Dental Hygienist”: 6607
- Requirements for a License as a Dental Hygienist: 6609
- Mandatory Continuing Education for Dental Hygienists: 6609-a
- Limited Permit to Practice Dental Hygiene: 6609-b
- Exempt Persons: 6610
- Special Provisions: 6611
- Nitrous Oxide Equipment: 6613
Rules of Board of Regents
Unprofessional Conduct
- General Provisions: 29.1
- General Provisions for Health Professionals: 29.2
- Special Provisions for Dentistry and Dental Hygiene: 29.5
Commissioner's Regulations
Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, and Certified Dental Assisting
- Professional Study of Dental Hygiene (Education Requirements): 61.6
- Licensing Examination: 61.7
- Licensure by Endorsement: 61.8
- Practice of Dental Hygiene (Including Supervision Provisions): 61.9
- Continuing Education for Dental Hygienists: 61.16
- Dental Hygiene Restricted Local Infiltration Anesthesia/Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Certificate: 61-17
- Dental hygiene educational schools/programs