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FLORIDA LAWS & RULES EXAM WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
DETAILED RATIONALES GRADED A+
Florida Laws & Rules — Dental ADEX CDCA Actual Exam Paper 2026
SECTION 1: FLORIDA DENTAL PRACTICE ACT — CHAPTER 466, F.S. (Questions 1–25)
1. How many members constitute the Florida Board of Dentistry, and what is the statutory
composition?
A. 9 members: 5 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
B. 11 members: 6 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
C. 11 members: 7 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
D. 13 members: 8 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
Correct Answer: C) 11 members: 7 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
Rationale: Under Section 466.004, F.S., the Board of Dentistry consists of 11 members: seven
licensed dentists actively engaged in the practice of dentistry, two licensed dental hygienists
actively engaged in the practice of dental hygiene, and two laypersons who are not licensed
dental professionals.
2. Under Section 466.003, F.S., which of the following activities falls within the statutory
definition of "practice of dentistry"?
A. The making of artificial teeth or dentures in a commercial dental laboratory without a
dentist's prescription
B. Administration of local anesthesia by a certified registered dental hygienist under general
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supervision
C. The diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical placement of dental implants
D. The sale of over-the-counter whitening strips to consumers
Correct Answer: C) The diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical placement of dental
implants
Rationale: Section 466.003(11), F.S. defines dentistry to include the diagnosis, treatment,
operation, or prescription for any disease, pain, injury, deformity, or physical condition of the
teeth, alveolar process, gums, or jaws. Surgical placement of implants falls within this scope.
3. A dentist in Miami advertises "FREE dental implants for all new patients" on social media
without any disclaimer regarding eligibility restrictions. Under Section 466.019, F.S., is the
advertisement permissible?
A. Yes, because the dentist holds a valid Florida dental license
B. Yes, provided the offer remains available for at least 30 days
C. No, because it contains a deceptive statement likely to create an unjustified expectation
D. No, only if the dentist is not a board-certified specialist
Correct Answer: C) No, because it contains a deceptive statement likely to create an
unjustified expectation
Rationale: Section 466.019(3), F.S. prohibits advertisements containing false, fraudulent,
misleading, or deceptive statements, including those designed to create an unjustified
expectation of beneficial results. A "free implants" claim without qualifying restrictions is
deceptive.
4. A dental hygienist wishes to administer local anesthesia to a non-sedated adult patient, and
the supervising dentist is 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
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C. General supervision
D. Personal supervision
Correct Answer: C) General supervision
Rationale: House Bill 363 (2026) amended Section 466.017(5), F.S. to change the supervision
level for certified dental hygienists administering local anesthesia from direct to a dentist's
general supervision. General supervision requires the dentist to authorize the procedure but
does not require the dentist's presence.
5. Under Section 466.028(1), F.S., which of the following constitutes grounds for disciplinary
action?
A. Holding a valid license in another state
B. Obtaining a license by bribery or fraudulent misrepresentation
C. Completing continuing education in a state other than Florida
D. Refusing to treat an uninsured patient
Correct Answer: B) Obtaining a license by bribery or fraudulent misrepresentation
Rationale: Section 466.028(1)(a), F.S. provides that attempting to obtain, obtaining, or
renewing a license under this chapter by bribery, fraudulent misrepresentation, or through an
error of the department or board constitutes grounds for refusal of a license or disciplinary
action.
6. Under Section 466.001, F.S., what is the legislative purpose for enacting Chapter 466?
A. To restrict competition within the dental industry
B. To ensure that dentists and dental hygienists practicing in this state meet minimum
requirements for safe practice, free from improper clinical intervention by unlicensed persons
C. To generate revenue for the state
D. To regulate the business operations of dental laboratories
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Correct Answer: B) To ensure that dentists and dental hygienists practicing in this state meet
minimum requirements for safe practice, free from improper clinical intervention by
unlicensed persons
Rationale: Section 466.001, F.S. states the legislative purpose: to ensure that dentists or dental
hygienists practicing in this state meet minimum requirements for safe practice, free from
improper clinical intervention by persons not licensed under this chapter.
7. Under Section 466.002, F.S., which of the following is an exemption from Chapter 466?
A. Surgical operations involving the oral cavity performed by a licensed physician or surgeon
B. Clinical procedures performed by dental students under the supervision of a licensed dentist
C. Preventive services performed by a dental hygienist under general supervision
D. Radiographic exposure performed by a dental assistant under indirect supervision
Correct Answer: A) Surgical operations involving the oral cavity performed by a licensed
physician or surgeon
Rationale: Section 466.002(1), F.S. provides that this chapter does not apply to the practice of a
licensed physician or surgeon, including surgical operations involving the oral cavity.
8. Under Section 466.006, F.S., applicants for a Florida dental license must successfully
complete which examinations?
A. Only the ADEX clinical examination
B. The ADEX clinical examination, the National Board Dental Examination, and the Florida Laws
and Rules examination
C. Only the Florida Laws and Rules examination
D. Only the National Board Dental Examination
Correct Answer: B) The ADEX clinical examination, the National Board Dental Examination,
and the Florida Laws and Rules examination
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FLORIDA LAWS & RULES EXAM WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
DETAILED RATIONALES GRADED A+
Florida Laws & Rules — Dental ADEX CDCA Actual Exam Paper 2026
SECTION 1: FLORIDA DENTAL PRACTICE ACT — CHAPTER 466, F.S. (Questions 1–25)
1. How many members constitute the Florida Board of Dentistry, and what is the statutory
composition?
A. 9 members: 5 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
B. 11 members: 6 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
C. 11 members: 7 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
D. 13 members: 8 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
Correct Answer: C) 11 members: 7 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 2 laypersons
Rationale: Under Section 466.004, F.S., the Board of Dentistry consists of 11 members: seven
licensed dentists actively engaged in the practice of dentistry, two licensed dental hygienists
actively engaged in the practice of dental hygiene, and two laypersons who are not licensed
dental professionals.
2. Under Section 466.003, F.S., which of the following activities falls within the statutory
definition of "practice of dentistry"?
A. The making of artificial teeth or dentures in a commercial dental laboratory without a
dentist's prescription
B. Administration of local anesthesia by a certified registered dental hygienist under general
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supervision
C. The diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical placement of dental implants
D. The sale of over-the-counter whitening strips to consumers
Correct Answer: C) The diagnosis, treatment planning, and surgical placement of dental
implants
Rationale: Section 466.003(11), F.S. defines dentistry to include the diagnosis, treatment,
operation, or prescription for any disease, pain, injury, deformity, or physical condition of the
teeth, alveolar process, gums, or jaws. Surgical placement of implants falls within this scope.
3. A dentist in Miami advertises "FREE dental implants for all new patients" on social media
without any disclaimer regarding eligibility restrictions. Under Section 466.019, F.S., is the
advertisement permissible?
A. Yes, because the dentist holds a valid Florida dental license
B. Yes, provided the offer remains available for at least 30 days
C. No, because it contains a deceptive statement likely to create an unjustified expectation
D. No, only if the dentist is not a board-certified specialist
Correct Answer: C) No, because it contains a deceptive statement likely to create an
unjustified expectation
Rationale: Section 466.019(3), F.S. prohibits advertisements containing false, fraudulent,
misleading, or deceptive statements, including those designed to create an unjustified
expectation of beneficial results. A "free implants" claim without qualifying restrictions is
deceptive.
4. A dental hygienist wishes to administer local anesthesia to a non-sedated adult patient, and
the supervising dentist is 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
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C. General supervision
D. Personal supervision
Correct Answer: C) General supervision
Rationale: House Bill 363 (2026) amended Section 466.017(5), F.S. to change the supervision
level for certified dental hygienists administering local anesthesia from direct to a dentist's
general supervision. General supervision requires the dentist to authorize the procedure but
does not require the dentist's presence.
5. Under Section 466.028(1), F.S., which of the following constitutes grounds for disciplinary
action?
A. Holding a valid license in another state
B. Obtaining a license by bribery or fraudulent misrepresentation
C. Completing continuing education in a state other than Florida
D. Refusing to treat an uninsured patient
Correct Answer: B) Obtaining a license by bribery or fraudulent misrepresentation
Rationale: Section 466.028(1)(a), F.S. provides that attempting to obtain, obtaining, or
renewing a license under this chapter by bribery, fraudulent misrepresentation, or through an
error of the department or board constitutes grounds for refusal of a license or disciplinary
action.
6. Under Section 466.001, F.S., what is the legislative purpose for enacting Chapter 466?
A. To restrict competition within the dental industry
B. To ensure that dentists and dental hygienists practicing in this state meet minimum
requirements for safe practice, free from improper clinical intervention by unlicensed persons
C. To generate revenue for the state
D. To regulate the business operations of dental laboratories
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Correct Answer: B) To ensure that dentists and dental hygienists practicing in this state meet
minimum requirements for safe practice, free from improper clinical intervention by
unlicensed persons
Rationale: Section 466.001, F.S. states the legislative purpose: to ensure that dentists or dental
hygienists practicing in this state meet minimum requirements for safe practice, free from
improper clinical intervention by persons not licensed under this chapter.
7. Under Section 466.002, F.S., which of the following is an exemption from Chapter 466?
A. Surgical operations involving the oral cavity performed by a licensed physician or surgeon
B. Clinical procedures performed by dental students under the supervision of a licensed dentist
C. Preventive services performed by a dental hygienist under general supervision
D. Radiographic exposure performed by a dental assistant under indirect supervision
Correct Answer: A) Surgical operations involving the oral cavity performed by a licensed
physician or surgeon
Rationale: Section 466.002(1), F.S. provides that this chapter does not apply to the practice of a
licensed physician or surgeon, including surgical operations involving the oral cavity.
8. Under Section 466.006, F.S., applicants for a Florida dental license must successfully
complete which examinations?
A. Only the ADEX clinical examination
B. The ADEX clinical examination, the National Board Dental Examination, and the Florida Laws
and Rules examination
C. Only the Florida Laws and Rules examination
D. Only the National Board Dental Examination
Correct Answer: B) The ADEX clinical examination, the National Board Dental Examination,
and the Florida Laws and Rules examination
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