Florida Dental Laws & Rules Exam | 2026/2027 Edition Dental Jurisprudence Study Guide
FLORIDA DENTAL LAWS & RULES EXAM
Practice Questions & Answers
Dental Jurisprudence Study Guide
Edition
Aligned with the Florida Board of Dentistry, Florida Statutes Chapter 466 (Dentistry), and Florida Administrative Code Rule 64B5 (Board
of Dentistry).
EXAM OVERVIEW
This study guide is a comprehensive jurisprudence examination covering the full scope of Florida dental practice
regulation. It is designed for candidates preparing for the Florida Board of Dentistry Laws and Rules
Examination and for licensees seeking to maintain compliance with current statutory and administrative
requirements.
Total Questions: 150 multiple-choice items (4 options each, one correct answer)
Cognitive Mix: 30% recall, 50% application, 20% analysis (including scenario-based regulatory decisions)
Format Mix: 75% scenario-based (real-world dental practice situations, regulatory compliance, ethical
dilemmas); 25% direct knowledge items
Special Inclusions: 20 scenario-based Florida dental laws and rules questions; 15 questions on Florida Board
of Dentistry rules and Chapter 466; 10 questions on infection control and sterilization requirements
Answer Format: Each item shows the correct option marked *[CORRECT]*, the Correct Answer letter, and a
2-4 sentence rationale citing the controlling Florida authority.
SECTION BREAKDOWN
Section Topic Items
1 Florida Dental Practice Act & Board Authority Q1 – Q20
2 Licensure, Renewal, & Continuing Education Q21 – Q40
3 Scope of Practice & Supervision Q41 – Q60
4 Dental Hygiene Practice & Expanded Functions Q61 – Q80
5 Infection Control, Sterilization, & Safety Q81 – Q95
6 Patient Records, Informed Consent, & Privacy Q96 – Q110
Aligned with Fla. Stat. ch. 466 & Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B5 Page 1
,Florida Dental Laws & Rules Exam | 2026/2027 Edition Dental Jurisprudence Study Guide
7 Prescribing, Anesthesia, & Pain Management Q111 – Q125
8 Disciplinary Actions, Violations, & Penalties Q126 – Q140
9 Advertising, Ethics, & Professional Conduct Q141 – Q150
TOTAL 150 questions
Disclaimer: This study guide is an independent educational preparation tool. It is not an official publication of the Florida Board of Dentistry or the
Florida Department of Health. Always consult the current Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and Board of Dentistry rules for the authoritative
text.
Aligned with Fla. Stat. ch. 466 & Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B5 Page 2
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Section 1: Florida Dental Practice Act & Board Authority
Q1: Under the Florida Dental Practice Act, which entity is the regulatory authority responsible for administering
and enforcing the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory registration in Florida?
A. The Florida Department of Health directly, with no separate board
B. The Florida Board of Dentistry, housed within the Department of Health's Division of Medical Quality Assurance
*[CORRECT]*
C. The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
D. The Florida Dental Association, a private professional organization
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under Fla. Stat. § 466.006, the Florida Board of Dentistry is created within the Department of Health and operates
through the Division of Medical Quality Assurance to regulate dentists, dental hygienists, and dental laboratories. Option A is
wrong because the Board, not DOH alone, exercises rulemaking and discipline. Option C (AHCA) regulates facilities, not
professional licensure. Option D is a private professional association with no statutory authority.
Q2: How many members comprise the Florida Board of Dentistry, and what is their composition?
A. 9 members: 7 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, 1 layperson
B. 11 members: 8 dentists actively practicing in Florida, 1 licensed dental hygienist, and 2 laypersons who are not and have
never been dental professionals *[CORRECT]*
C. 13 members: 10 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 1 consumer
D. 7 members: 5 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, 1 dental laboratory technician
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fla. Stat. § 466.006(1) provides that the Board consists of 11 members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by
the Senate: 8 licensed dentists actively engaged in practice, 1 licensed dental hygienist, and 2 laypersons who are not and have never
been licensed in any healthcare profession. The other options misstate the count or composition.
Q3: Which Florida Statutes chapter contains the Dental Practice Act governing dentistry, dental hygiene, and
dental laboratories, and which Florida Administrative Code rule contains the implementing regulations
promulgated by the Board?
A. Chapter 456 and Rule 64B8
B. Chapter 466 and Rule 64B5 *[CORRECT]*
C. Chapter 383 and Rule 64B9
D. Chapter 464 and Rule 64B7
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fla. Stat. ch. 466 is the Dental Practice Act; Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B5 is the Board of Dentistry's implementing rule
chapter. Chapter 456 (Option A) is the general Health Professions and Occupations Act that applies across professions, while Rule
64B8 governs medicine. The other citations are unrelated to dentistry.
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Q4: What is the term length for a member of the Florida Board of Dentistry, and may a member serve more than
one term?
A. 2 years; no member may serve more than one term
B. 4 years; a member may be reappointed but may not serve more than two consecutive terms, and no member may serve
beyond eight consecutive years *[CORRECT]*
C. 6 years; members serve at the pleasure of the Governor with no limit
D. 5 years; members may be reappointed indefinitely
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under Fla. Stat. § 466.006(2), Board members serve staggered four-year terms and may be reappointed, but no member
may serve more than two consecutive terms and no member may serve more than eight consecutive years. Option A is too short;
Options C and D lack the statutory term limit and length protections.
Q5: Which state entity within the Florida Department of Health provides centralized administrative, investigative,
and prosecutorial support to the Board of Dentistry and other health-related regulatory boards?
A. The Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) *[CORRECT]*
B. The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
C. The Division of State Group Insurance
D. The Florida Board of Pharmacy
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Division of Medical Quality Assurance within DOH provides centralized administrative support, including
licensing, investigations, and prosecutorial services through the Office of the General Counsel, to all health regulatory boards under
Fla. Stat. ch. 456. Option B regulates healthcare facilities, not professional licensure support. Options C and D are unrelated.
Q6: Under Fla. Stat. § 466.007, which of the following is NOT a power or duty expressly granted to the Florida
Board of Dentistry?
A. Adopting rules and minimum standards for licensure and discipline
B. Issuing subpoenas to compel attendance, records, and testimony in disciplinary proceedings
C. Setting the rate of Medicaid reimbursement for dental procedures *[CORRECT]*
D. Investigating complaints and imposing administrative penalties, restitution, and costs
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fla. Stat. § 466.007(4) and § 456.072 authorize the Board to adopt rules, issue subpoenas, investigate complaints, and
impose penalties, costs, and restitution. Medicaid reimbursement rates are set by AHCA and the Agency for Persons with
Disabilities under Title XIX, not by the Board. Option C is therefore outside the Board's statutory powers.
Aligned with Fla. Stat. ch. 466 & Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B5 Page 4
FLORIDA DENTAL LAWS & RULES EXAM
Practice Questions & Answers
Dental Jurisprudence Study Guide
Edition
Aligned with the Florida Board of Dentistry, Florida Statutes Chapter 466 (Dentistry), and Florida Administrative Code Rule 64B5 (Board
of Dentistry).
EXAM OVERVIEW
This study guide is a comprehensive jurisprudence examination covering the full scope of Florida dental practice
regulation. It is designed for candidates preparing for the Florida Board of Dentistry Laws and Rules
Examination and for licensees seeking to maintain compliance with current statutory and administrative
requirements.
Total Questions: 150 multiple-choice items (4 options each, one correct answer)
Cognitive Mix: 30% recall, 50% application, 20% analysis (including scenario-based regulatory decisions)
Format Mix: 75% scenario-based (real-world dental practice situations, regulatory compliance, ethical
dilemmas); 25% direct knowledge items
Special Inclusions: 20 scenario-based Florida dental laws and rules questions; 15 questions on Florida Board
of Dentistry rules and Chapter 466; 10 questions on infection control and sterilization requirements
Answer Format: Each item shows the correct option marked *[CORRECT]*, the Correct Answer letter, and a
2-4 sentence rationale citing the controlling Florida authority.
SECTION BREAKDOWN
Section Topic Items
1 Florida Dental Practice Act & Board Authority Q1 – Q20
2 Licensure, Renewal, & Continuing Education Q21 – Q40
3 Scope of Practice & Supervision Q41 – Q60
4 Dental Hygiene Practice & Expanded Functions Q61 – Q80
5 Infection Control, Sterilization, & Safety Q81 – Q95
6 Patient Records, Informed Consent, & Privacy Q96 – Q110
Aligned with Fla. Stat. ch. 466 & Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B5 Page 1
,Florida Dental Laws & Rules Exam | 2026/2027 Edition Dental Jurisprudence Study Guide
7 Prescribing, Anesthesia, & Pain Management Q111 – Q125
8 Disciplinary Actions, Violations, & Penalties Q126 – Q140
9 Advertising, Ethics, & Professional Conduct Q141 – Q150
TOTAL 150 questions
Disclaimer: This study guide is an independent educational preparation tool. It is not an official publication of the Florida Board of Dentistry or the
Florida Department of Health. Always consult the current Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, and Board of Dentistry rules for the authoritative
text.
Aligned with Fla. Stat. ch. 466 & Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B5 Page 2
,Florida Dental Laws & Rules Exam | 2026/2027 Edition Dental Jurisprudence Study Guide
Section 1: Florida Dental Practice Act & Board Authority
Q1: Under the Florida Dental Practice Act, which entity is the regulatory authority responsible for administering
and enforcing the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental laboratory registration in Florida?
A. The Florida Department of Health directly, with no separate board
B. The Florida Board of Dentistry, housed within the Department of Health's Division of Medical Quality Assurance
*[CORRECT]*
C. The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
D. The Florida Dental Association, a private professional organization
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under Fla. Stat. § 466.006, the Florida Board of Dentistry is created within the Department of Health and operates
through the Division of Medical Quality Assurance to regulate dentists, dental hygienists, and dental laboratories. Option A is
wrong because the Board, not DOH alone, exercises rulemaking and discipline. Option C (AHCA) regulates facilities, not
professional licensure. Option D is a private professional association with no statutory authority.
Q2: How many members comprise the Florida Board of Dentistry, and what is their composition?
A. 9 members: 7 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, 1 layperson
B. 11 members: 8 dentists actively practicing in Florida, 1 licensed dental hygienist, and 2 laypersons who are not and have
never been dental professionals *[CORRECT]*
C. 13 members: 10 dentists, 2 dental hygienists, 1 consumer
D. 7 members: 5 dentists, 1 dental hygienist, 1 dental laboratory technician
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fla. Stat. § 466.006(1) provides that the Board consists of 11 members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by
the Senate: 8 licensed dentists actively engaged in practice, 1 licensed dental hygienist, and 2 laypersons who are not and have never
been licensed in any healthcare profession. The other options misstate the count or composition.
Q3: Which Florida Statutes chapter contains the Dental Practice Act governing dentistry, dental hygiene, and
dental laboratories, and which Florida Administrative Code rule contains the implementing regulations
promulgated by the Board?
A. Chapter 456 and Rule 64B8
B. Chapter 466 and Rule 64B5 *[CORRECT]*
C. Chapter 383 and Rule 64B9
D. Chapter 464 and Rule 64B7
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Fla. Stat. ch. 466 is the Dental Practice Act; Fla. Admin. Code R. 64B5 is the Board of Dentistry's implementing rule
chapter. Chapter 456 (Option A) is the general Health Professions and Occupations Act that applies across professions, while Rule
64B8 governs medicine. The other citations are unrelated to dentistry.
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Q4: What is the term length for a member of the Florida Board of Dentistry, and may a member serve more than
one term?
A. 2 years; no member may serve more than one term
B. 4 years; a member may be reappointed but may not serve more than two consecutive terms, and no member may serve
beyond eight consecutive years *[CORRECT]*
C. 6 years; members serve at the pleasure of the Governor with no limit
D. 5 years; members may be reappointed indefinitely
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Under Fla. Stat. § 466.006(2), Board members serve staggered four-year terms and may be reappointed, but no member
may serve more than two consecutive terms and no member may serve more than eight consecutive years. Option A is too short;
Options C and D lack the statutory term limit and length protections.
Q5: Which state entity within the Florida Department of Health provides centralized administrative, investigative,
and prosecutorial support to the Board of Dentistry and other health-related regulatory boards?
A. The Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) *[CORRECT]*
B. The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)
C. The Division of State Group Insurance
D. The Florida Board of Pharmacy
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The Division of Medical Quality Assurance within DOH provides centralized administrative support, including
licensing, investigations, and prosecutorial services through the Office of the General Counsel, to all health regulatory boards under
Fla. Stat. ch. 456. Option B regulates healthcare facilities, not professional licensure support. Options C and D are unrelated.
Q6: Under Fla. Stat. § 466.007, which of the following is NOT a power or duty expressly granted to the Florida
Board of Dentistry?
A. Adopting rules and minimum standards for licensure and discipline
B. Issuing subpoenas to compel attendance, records, and testimony in disciplinary proceedings
C. Setting the rate of Medicaid reimbursement for dental procedures *[CORRECT]*
D. Investigating complaints and imposing administrative penalties, restitution, and costs
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Fla. Stat. § 466.007(4) and § 456.072 authorize the Board to adopt rules, issue subpoenas, investigate complaints, and
impose penalties, costs, and restitution. Medicaid reimbursement rates are set by AHCA and the Agency for Persons with
Disabilities under Title XIX, not by the Board. Option C is therefore outside the Board's statutory powers.
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