VIRGINIA DENTISTRY JURISPRUDENCE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
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1. What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a dentist license in
Virginia?
A. 18
B. 21
C. 25
D. 16
Rationale: Virginia law requires applicants for dental licensure to be at
least 21 years old.
2. Which body regulates dentistry in Virginia?
A. Virginia Department of Health
B. Virginia Board of Dentistry
C. Virginia Dental Association
D. American Dental Association
Rationale: The Virginia Board of Dentistry is the regulatory authority
overseeing licensure, practice standards, and disciplinary actions.
3. How often must a dentist renew their license in Virginia?
A. Every year
B. Every two years
C. Every three years
D. Every five years
Rationale: Dental licenses in Virginia are renewed biennially.
4. What is the required number of continuing education hours for dentists in
Virginia per renewal period?
, A. 10 hours
B. 15 hours
C. 20 hours
D. 25 hours
Rationale: Virginia law mandates 20 hours of continuing education every
two years for license renewal.
5. Which of the following is a lawful delegation of duties to a dental hygienist
in Virginia?
A. Prescribing medications independently
B. Performing prophylaxis under dentist supervision
C. Diagnosing oral diseases independently
D. Extracting teeth without dentist presence
Rationale: Dental hygienists may perform certain procedures under the
supervision of a dentist but cannot diagnose or prescribe independently.
6. What is required for a dentist to practice anesthesia in Virginia?
A. No special requirement
B. CPR certification only
C. Proper training and board-approved permit
D. Supervisory approval from a dental assistant
Rationale: Dentists must complete recognized training in anesthesia and
obtain a permit from the Virginia Board of Dentistry.
7. Which act governs the handling of patient health information in Virginia
dentistry?
A. HIPAA only
B. OSHA only
C. HIPAA and Virginia Confidentiality of Health Records Act
D. ADA Guidelines only
Rationale: Both federal HIPAA and state-specific laws regulate patient
information privacy.
8. What must a dentist do if they suspect child abuse?
A. Ignore it unless confirmed
B. Notify the child’s parents first
C. Report to child protective services immediately
, D. Contact the local dental association
Rationale: Virginia law mandates dentists to report suspected child abuse
to the proper authorities without delay.
9. What is required to reinstate a lapsed dental license in Virginia?
A. Pay a fee only
B. Retake the clinical exam only
C. Complete continuing education and pay fees
D. Submit a letter of intent
Rationale: Reinstatement requires both CE compliance and payment of
any delinquent fees.
10.What is the maximum disciplinary action the Virginia Board of Dentistry can
take?
A. Warning letter
B. Temporary suspension only
C. Permanent revocation of license
D. Mandatory CPR training
Rationale: The Board may revoke licenses for serious violations.
11.Which type of advertisement is prohibited for Virginia dentists?
A. Announcing new services
B. Offering discounts
C. False or misleading claims about outcomes
D. Office hours listing
Rationale: Misrepresentation of services or outcomes is prohibited under
Virginia dental practice regulations.
12.When is informed consent required?
A. Only for surgery
B. Only for children
C. Before any invasive dental procedure
D. Only for anesthesia
Rationale: Informed consent must be obtained before all procedures that
carry risks or require patient understanding.
13.Which of the following must be included in a dental patient record?
A. Only treatment rendered
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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1. What is the minimum age requirement to obtain a dentist license in
Virginia?
A. 18
B. 21
C. 25
D. 16
Rationale: Virginia law requires applicants for dental licensure to be at
least 21 years old.
2. Which body regulates dentistry in Virginia?
A. Virginia Department of Health
B. Virginia Board of Dentistry
C. Virginia Dental Association
D. American Dental Association
Rationale: The Virginia Board of Dentistry is the regulatory authority
overseeing licensure, practice standards, and disciplinary actions.
3. How often must a dentist renew their license in Virginia?
A. Every year
B. Every two years
C. Every three years
D. Every five years
Rationale: Dental licenses in Virginia are renewed biennially.
4. What is the required number of continuing education hours for dentists in
Virginia per renewal period?
, A. 10 hours
B. 15 hours
C. 20 hours
D. 25 hours
Rationale: Virginia law mandates 20 hours of continuing education every
two years for license renewal.
5. Which of the following is a lawful delegation of duties to a dental hygienist
in Virginia?
A. Prescribing medications independently
B. Performing prophylaxis under dentist supervision
C. Diagnosing oral diseases independently
D. Extracting teeth without dentist presence
Rationale: Dental hygienists may perform certain procedures under the
supervision of a dentist but cannot diagnose or prescribe independently.
6. What is required for a dentist to practice anesthesia in Virginia?
A. No special requirement
B. CPR certification only
C. Proper training and board-approved permit
D. Supervisory approval from a dental assistant
Rationale: Dentists must complete recognized training in anesthesia and
obtain a permit from the Virginia Board of Dentistry.
7. Which act governs the handling of patient health information in Virginia
dentistry?
A. HIPAA only
B. OSHA only
C. HIPAA and Virginia Confidentiality of Health Records Act
D. ADA Guidelines only
Rationale: Both federal HIPAA and state-specific laws regulate patient
information privacy.
8. What must a dentist do if they suspect child abuse?
A. Ignore it unless confirmed
B. Notify the child’s parents first
C. Report to child protective services immediately
, D. Contact the local dental association
Rationale: Virginia law mandates dentists to report suspected child abuse
to the proper authorities without delay.
9. What is required to reinstate a lapsed dental license in Virginia?
A. Pay a fee only
B. Retake the clinical exam only
C. Complete continuing education and pay fees
D. Submit a letter of intent
Rationale: Reinstatement requires both CE compliance and payment of
any delinquent fees.
10.What is the maximum disciplinary action the Virginia Board of Dentistry can
take?
A. Warning letter
B. Temporary suspension only
C. Permanent revocation of license
D. Mandatory CPR training
Rationale: The Board may revoke licenses for serious violations.
11.Which type of advertisement is prohibited for Virginia dentists?
A. Announcing new services
B. Offering discounts
C. False or misleading claims about outcomes
D. Office hours listing
Rationale: Misrepresentation of services or outcomes is prohibited under
Virginia dental practice regulations.
12.When is informed consent required?
A. Only for surgery
B. Only for children
C. Before any invasive dental procedure
D. Only for anesthesia
Rationale: Informed consent must be obtained before all procedures that
carry risks or require patient understanding.
13.Which of the following must be included in a dental patient record?
A. Only treatment rendered
