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
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
Rules of Board of Regents
Unprofessional Conduct
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
Education Requirements and Requirements for restricted local infiltration anesthesia/nitrous oxide analgesia certificate: Part 52
Professional Study of Dental Hygiene (Education Requirements): 61.6
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