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Section 1: Florida Dental Practice Act - Chapter 466, Florida
Statutes (Q1-25)
Q1. The Florida Board of Dentistry is composed of how many members, and what is
the required representation?
A. 9 members: 5 dentists, 2 hygienists, 2 laypersons
B. 11 members: 6 dentists, 3 hygienists, 2 laypersons
C. 11 members: 7 dentists, 2 hygienists, 2 laypersons [CORRECT]
D. 13 members: 8 dentists, 3 hygienists, 2 laypersons
Rationale: Section 466.004, F.S., establishes the Board of Dentistry as consisting of
11 members: seven licensed dentists actively engaged in practice, two licensed
dental hygienists actively engaged in practice, and two laypersons who are not
licensed dental professionals.
Correct Answer: C
Q2. Under Section 466.003, F.S., which of the following activities is included within
the definition of "practice of dentistry"?
A. Fabricating dentures in a commercial dental laboratory without a dentist's
prescription
B. Administering local anesthesia by a certified registered dental hygienist under
general supervision
C. The diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical placement of dental implants
[CORRECT]
D. Selling over-the-counter whitening strips to consumers
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Rationale: Section 466.003(11), F.S., defines dentistry as including the diagnosis,
treatment, operation, or prescription for any disease, pain, injury, deformity, or
physical condition of the human teeth, alveolar process, gums, or jaws. Surgical
placement of implants falls within this scope. Fabricating dentures without
prescription, hygienist anesthesia delegation, and OTC sales are excluded.
Correct Answer: C
Q3. A dentist in Miami advertises "Free dental implants for all new patients" on social
media without any disclaimer about eligibility limitations. Under Section 466.019, F.S.,
this advertisement is:
A. Permissible because the dentist holds a valid Florida dental license
B. Permissible if the offer is available for at least 30 days
C. Prohibited because it contains a deceptive representation likely to create
unjustified expectations [CORRECT]
D. Prohibited only if the dentist is not a Board-certified specialist
Rationale: Section 466.019(3), F.S., prohibits advertisements containing false,
fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive statements, including those intended to create
false, unjustified expectations of favorable results. A "free implants" claim without
limitations is deceptive. Rule 64B5-4.003, F.A.C., further requires advertised fees to
include a minimum fee disclaimer and 90-day availability.
Correct Answer: C
Q4. A dental hygienist wishes to administer local anesthesia to a non-sedated adult
patient while the supervising dentist is present in the office but not in the operatory.
Under HB 363 (effective July 1, 2026), what level of supervision is required?
A. Direct supervision
B. Indirect supervision
C. General supervision [CORRECT]
D. Personal supervision
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Rationale: House Bill 363 (2026) amends Section 466.017(5), F.S., to lower the
supervision level for certified dental hygienists administering local anesthesia from
direct supervision to general supervision of a licensed dentist. General supervision
requires the dentist to authorize procedures but not be present.
Correct Answer: C
Q5. Which of the following constitutes grounds for disciplinary action under Section
466.028(1), F.S.?
A. A dentist voluntarily completing 40 hours of CE in one biennium
B. A dentist prescribing a 5-day supply of hydrocodone for acute post-extraction
pain
C. A dentist failing to keep written dental records justifying the course of treatment
[CORRECT]
D. A dentist referring a patient to an oral surgeon for third molar extraction
Rationale: Section 466.028(1)(m), F.S., explicitly lists "failing to keep written records
and history justifying the course of treatment of the patient" as grounds for
discipline. Voluntary extra CE, appropriate prescribing, and proper referrals are not
violations.
Correct Answer: C
Q6. A dentist employs a dental assistant who has completed a Board-approved
expanded functions program. The assistant places a rubber dam under the dentist's
authorization while the dentist is present in the office but treating another patient.
What level of supervision is being exercised?
A. Direct supervision
B. Indirect supervision [CORRECT]
C. General supervision
D. Personal supervision
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Rationale: Rule 64B5-16.001(5), F.A.C., defines indirect supervision as requiring the
dentist to examine the patient, diagnose, authorize the procedure, and be on the
premises while the procedure is performed. The dentist need not be in the same
operatory. Placing rubber dams by trained assistants is delegable under indirect
supervision per Rule 64B5-16.005.
Correct Answer: B
Q7. Under Section 466.021, F.S., how long must a dentist retain a copy of a dental
laboratory prescription in the office?
A. 2 years from the date issued
B. 3 years from the date issued
C. 4 years from the date issued [CORRECT]
D. 5 years from the date issued
Rationale: Section 466.021, F.S., requires that a copy of each dental laboratory
prescription be retained in the prescribing dentist's office for a period of 4 years
following the date the prescription was issued. The original prescription must be
retained by the dental laboratory for 4 years.
Correct Answer: C
Q8. A dentist in a multi-dentist practice relocates to another state. According to
Section 466.018, F.S., and Rule 64B5-17.001, F.A.C., who is responsible for ensuring
patient records remain available?
A. Only the relocating dentist
B. Only the patients themselves
C. The owner dentist of the practice [CORRECT]
D. The Florida Department of Health
Rationale: Section 466.018(4), F.S., and Rule 64B5-17.001(3), F.A.C., impose a duty on
the owner dentist of a multi-dentist practice to maintain either originals or duplicates
of all patient records. The owner dentist may be relieved only if records are
FLORIDA LAWS & RULES DENTAL EXAM ADEX CDCA
2026/2027 | Jurisprudence Certification | Complete
Solutions | Pass Guaranteed - A+ Graded
Section 1: Florida Dental Practice Act - Chapter 466, Florida
Statutes (Q1-25)
Q1. The Florida Board of Dentistry is composed of how many members, and what is
the required representation?
A. 9 members: 5 dentists, 2 hygienists, 2 laypersons
B. 11 members: 6 dentists, 3 hygienists, 2 laypersons
C. 11 members: 7 dentists, 2 hygienists, 2 laypersons [CORRECT]
D. 13 members: 8 dentists, 3 hygienists, 2 laypersons
Rationale: Section 466.004, F.S., establishes the Board of Dentistry as consisting of
11 members: seven licensed dentists actively engaged in practice, two licensed
dental hygienists actively engaged in practice, and two laypersons who are not
licensed dental professionals.
Correct Answer: C
Q2. Under Section 466.003, F.S., which of the following activities is included within
the definition of "practice of dentistry"?
A. Fabricating dentures in a commercial dental laboratory without a dentist's
prescription
B. Administering local anesthesia by a certified registered dental hygienist under
general supervision
C. The diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical placement of dental implants
[CORRECT]
D. Selling over-the-counter whitening strips to consumers
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Rationale: Section 466.003(11), F.S., defines dentistry as including the diagnosis,
treatment, operation, or prescription for any disease, pain, injury, deformity, or
physical condition of the human teeth, alveolar process, gums, or jaws. Surgical
placement of implants falls within this scope. Fabricating dentures without
prescription, hygienist anesthesia delegation, and OTC sales are excluded.
Correct Answer: C
Q3. A dentist in Miami advertises "Free dental implants for all new patients" on social
media without any disclaimer about eligibility limitations. Under Section 466.019, F.S.,
this advertisement is:
A. Permissible because the dentist holds a valid Florida dental license
B. Permissible if the offer is available for at least 30 days
C. Prohibited because it contains a deceptive representation likely to create
unjustified expectations [CORRECT]
D. Prohibited only if the dentist is not a Board-certified specialist
Rationale: Section 466.019(3), F.S., prohibits advertisements containing false,
fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive statements, including those intended to create
false, unjustified expectations of favorable results. A "free implants" claim without
limitations is deceptive. Rule 64B5-4.003, F.A.C., further requires advertised fees to
include a minimum fee disclaimer and 90-day availability.
Correct Answer: C
Q4. A dental hygienist wishes to administer local anesthesia to a non-sedated adult
patient while the supervising dentist is present in the office but not in the operatory.
Under HB 363 (effective July 1, 2026), what level of supervision is required?
A. Direct supervision
B. Indirect supervision
C. General supervision [CORRECT]
D. Personal supervision
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Rationale: House Bill 363 (2026) amends Section 466.017(5), F.S., to lower the
supervision level for certified dental hygienists administering local anesthesia from
direct supervision to general supervision of a licensed dentist. General supervision
requires the dentist to authorize procedures but not be present.
Correct Answer: C
Q5. Which of the following constitutes grounds for disciplinary action under Section
466.028(1), F.S.?
A. A dentist voluntarily completing 40 hours of CE in one biennium
B. A dentist prescribing a 5-day supply of hydrocodone for acute post-extraction
pain
C. A dentist failing to keep written dental records justifying the course of treatment
[CORRECT]
D. A dentist referring a patient to an oral surgeon for third molar extraction
Rationale: Section 466.028(1)(m), F.S., explicitly lists "failing to keep written records
and history justifying the course of treatment of the patient" as grounds for
discipline. Voluntary extra CE, appropriate prescribing, and proper referrals are not
violations.
Correct Answer: C
Q6. A dentist employs a dental assistant who has completed a Board-approved
expanded functions program. The assistant places a rubber dam under the dentist's
authorization while the dentist is present in the office but treating another patient.
What level of supervision is being exercised?
A. Direct supervision
B. Indirect supervision [CORRECT]
C. General supervision
D. Personal supervision
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Rationale: Rule 64B5-16.001(5), F.A.C., defines indirect supervision as requiring the
dentist to examine the patient, diagnose, authorize the procedure, and be on the
premises while the procedure is performed. The dentist need not be in the same
operatory. Placing rubber dams by trained assistants is delegable under indirect
supervision per Rule 64B5-16.005.
Correct Answer: B
Q7. Under Section 466.021, F.S., how long must a dentist retain a copy of a dental
laboratory prescription in the office?
A. 2 years from the date issued
B. 3 years from the date issued
C. 4 years from the date issued [CORRECT]
D. 5 years from the date issued
Rationale: Section 466.021, F.S., requires that a copy of each dental laboratory
prescription be retained in the prescribing dentist's office for a period of 4 years
following the date the prescription was issued. The original prescription must be
retained by the dental laboratory for 4 years.
Correct Answer: C
Q8. A dentist in a multi-dentist practice relocates to another state. According to
Section 466.018, F.S., and Rule 64B5-17.001, F.A.C., who is responsible for ensuring
patient records remain available?
A. Only the relocating dentist
B. Only the patients themselves
C. The owner dentist of the practice [CORRECT]
D. The Florida Department of Health
Rationale: Section 466.018(4), F.S., and Rule 64B5-17.001(3), F.A.C., impose a duty on
the owner dentist of a multi-dentist practice to maintain either originals or duplicates
of all patient records. The owner dentist may be relieved only if records are
