MICHIGAN DENTISTRY JURISPRUDENCE
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which body regulates the practice of dentistry in Michigan?
A. Michigan Dental Association
B. Michigan Board of Dentistry
C. Michigan Department of Health
D. Michigan Dental Council
B. Michigan Board of Dentistry
Rationale: The Michigan Board of Dentistry is the official state regulatory body
responsible for licensing, regulation, and enforcement of dental practice laws.
2. In Michigan, what is the minimum number of continuing education hours
required annually for dental license renewal?
A. 10 hours
B. 20 hours
C. 25 hours
D. 30 hours
B. 20 hours
Rationale: Michigan law requires licensed dentists to complete at least 20 hours
of continuing education annually to maintain licensure, including infection
control and ethics.
3. What is the primary legal document governing dental practice standards in
Michigan?
A. Michigan Dental Code
, B. Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978
C. Michigan Professional Practice Act
D. Dental Ethics Handbook
B. Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978
Rationale: Act 368 outlines rules for professional conduct, licensure, and
disciplinary procedures for healthcare providers including dentists.
4. Which of the following actions may result in disciplinary action by the
Michigan Board of Dentistry?
A. Prescribing medication according to standards
B. Practicing outside the scope of licensure
C. Attending continuing education
D. Maintaining proper patient records
B. Practicing outside the scope of licensure
Rationale: Practicing beyond your licensed scope violates Michigan dental
regulations and can lead to license suspension or revocation.
5. A dentist in Michigan must report suspected child abuse to:
A. Local dental society
B. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
C. Police only if injury is visible
D. Patient’s guardian
B. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Rationale: Michigan law mandates dentists to report suspected child abuse to
the DHHS immediately, with immunity from civil or criminal liability.
6. In Michigan, which type of supervision allows a dental hygienist to perform
procedures without the dentist on-site?
A. General supervision
B. Direct supervision
C. Indirect supervision
D. Independent practice
A. General supervision
Rationale: General supervision permits hygienists to provide certain treatments
without the dentist being physically present, but with prior authorization.
, 7. How long must dental records be retained in Michigan for adult patients?
A. 3 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
D. 10 years
C. 7 years
Rationale: Michigan law requires dentists to maintain adult patient records for
at least 7 years from the date of last treatment.
8. Michigan law requires informed consent before which of the following
procedures?
A. Routine cleaning
B. Local anesthesia and extractions
C. Oral hygiene instructions
D. Fluoride application
B. Local anesthesia and extractions
Rationale: Informed consent is legally required for invasive or higher-risk
procedures such as extractions and anesthesia to ensure patient understanding.
9. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for dentists
practicing in Michigan?
A. 0.02%
B. 0.04%
C. 0.08%
D. 0.10%
C. 0.08%
Rationale: Dentists are subject to the same BAC limits as other professionals
operating under public safety laws. Practicing under influence is grounds for
disciplinary action.
10.In Michigan, who has the authority to issue an emergency suspension of a
dentist’s license?
A. Michigan Dental Association
B. Michigan Attorney General
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which body regulates the practice of dentistry in Michigan?
A. Michigan Dental Association
B. Michigan Board of Dentistry
C. Michigan Department of Health
D. Michigan Dental Council
B. Michigan Board of Dentistry
Rationale: The Michigan Board of Dentistry is the official state regulatory body
responsible for licensing, regulation, and enforcement of dental practice laws.
2. In Michigan, what is the minimum number of continuing education hours
required annually for dental license renewal?
A. 10 hours
B. 20 hours
C. 25 hours
D. 30 hours
B. 20 hours
Rationale: Michigan law requires licensed dentists to complete at least 20 hours
of continuing education annually to maintain licensure, including infection
control and ethics.
3. What is the primary legal document governing dental practice standards in
Michigan?
A. Michigan Dental Code
, B. Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978
C. Michigan Professional Practice Act
D. Dental Ethics Handbook
B. Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978
Rationale: Act 368 outlines rules for professional conduct, licensure, and
disciplinary procedures for healthcare providers including dentists.
4. Which of the following actions may result in disciplinary action by the
Michigan Board of Dentistry?
A. Prescribing medication according to standards
B. Practicing outside the scope of licensure
C. Attending continuing education
D. Maintaining proper patient records
B. Practicing outside the scope of licensure
Rationale: Practicing beyond your licensed scope violates Michigan dental
regulations and can lead to license suspension or revocation.
5. A dentist in Michigan must report suspected child abuse to:
A. Local dental society
B. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
C. Police only if injury is visible
D. Patient’s guardian
B. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Rationale: Michigan law mandates dentists to report suspected child abuse to
the DHHS immediately, with immunity from civil or criminal liability.
6. In Michigan, which type of supervision allows a dental hygienist to perform
procedures without the dentist on-site?
A. General supervision
B. Direct supervision
C. Indirect supervision
D. Independent practice
A. General supervision
Rationale: General supervision permits hygienists to provide certain treatments
without the dentist being physically present, but with prior authorization.
, 7. How long must dental records be retained in Michigan for adult patients?
A. 3 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
D. 10 years
C. 7 years
Rationale: Michigan law requires dentists to maintain adult patient records for
at least 7 years from the date of last treatment.
8. Michigan law requires informed consent before which of the following
procedures?
A. Routine cleaning
B. Local anesthesia and extractions
C. Oral hygiene instructions
D. Fluoride application
B. Local anesthesia and extractions
Rationale: Informed consent is legally required for invasive or higher-risk
procedures such as extractions and anesthesia to ensure patient understanding.
9. What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for dentists
practicing in Michigan?
A. 0.02%
B. 0.04%
C. 0.08%
D. 0.10%
C. 0.08%
Rationale: Dentists are subject to the same BAC limits as other professionals
operating under public safety laws. Practicing under influence is grounds for
disciplinary action.
10.In Michigan, who has the authority to issue an emergency suspension of a
dentist’s license?
A. Michigan Dental Association
B. Michigan Attorney General
