FLORIDA DENTAL LAWS AND RULES | VERIFIED EXAM 2026/2027 SOLUTIONS - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - CURRENT VERSION

FLORIDA DENTAL LAWS AND RULES | VERIFIED EXAM 2026/2027
SOLUTIONS - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS - CURRENT VERSION




FLORIDA DENTAL LAWS & RULES




Q1. What is the legislative purpose of Chapter 466, Florida Statutes?
CORRECT ANSWER To ensure every dentist or dental hygienist
practicing in Florida meets minimum requirements for safe practice
without undue clinical interference by unlicensed persons, and to
prohibit those below minimum competency from practicing.
Q2. How should provisions of Chapter 466 be construed? CORRECT
ANSWER Liberally construed to carry out the legislative purpose and
intent of ensuring safe dental practice.
Q3. Who is exempt from Chapter 466? CORRECT ANSWER
Physicians/surgeons licensed under Florida law performing surgical
procedures in the oral cavity, and qualified anesthetists giving
anesthesia under direct supervision of a licensed dentist.
Q4. What is the definition of "dentistry" under Florida law? CORRECT
ANSWER The diagnosis, treatment, operation, or prescription for any
disease, pain, deformity, deficiency, injury, or physical condition of the
human teeth, jaws, or oral-maxillofacial region.
Q5. What is "direct supervision"? CORRECT ANSWER Supervision
whereby a dentist diagnoses the condition, authorizes the procedure,
remains on the premises while procedures are performed, and
approves the work before patient dismissal.
Q6. What is "indirect supervision"? CORRECT ANSWER Supervision
whereby a dentist authorizes the procedure and is on the premises
while the procedures are performed.
Q7. What is "general supervision"? CORRECT ANSWER Supervision
whereby a dentist authorizes the procedures but need not be present
when the procedures are performed.

,Q8. What is a "dental hygienist"? CORRECT ANSWER A person licensed
to practice dental hygiene pursuant to Chapter 466.
Q9. What is a "dental assistant"? CORRECT ANSWER A person, other
than a dental hygienist, who under the supervision and authorization of
a dentist provides dental care services directly to a patient.
Q10. What is "digital scanning"? CORRECT ANSWER The use of digital
technology that creates a computer-generated replica of oral hard and
soft tissues using enhanced digital photography, lasers, or other optical
scanning devices.
Q11. What is a "patient of record"? CORRECT ANSWER A patient upon
whom a dentist has taken a complete medical history, completed a
clinical examination, recorded pathological conditions, and prepared a
treatment plan.
Q12. What is a "health access setting"? CORRECT ANSWER A setting
defined in s. 466.003 where dental hygienists may perform certain tasks
without the physical presence of a dentist.
Q13. What is "remediable" in the context of delegated tasks? CORRECT
ANSWER A task that can be reversed or corrected without harm to the
patient if performed incorrectly.
Q14. What is "irremediable" in the context of delegated tasks? CORRECT
ANSWER A task that cannot be reversed or corrected without harm to
the patient if performed incorrectly.
Q15. Can a CRNA be considered a dental assistant? CORRECT ANSWER
No. A certified registered nurse anesthetist licensed under part I of
chapter 464 is excluded from the definition of dental assistant.
Q16. What is the definition of "dental hygiene"? CORRECT ANSWER The
rendering of educational, preventive, and therapeutic dental services
pursuant to ss. 466.023 and 466.024 and any related extra-oral
procedure required in the performance of such services.
Q17. What entities are exempt from the limitation on number of dental
hygienists/assistants supervised? CORRECT ANSWER Department of
Children and Families, Department of Health, Department of Juvenile
Justice, and public institutions approved by the board.

, Q18. Are dental hygienists exempt from Chapter 468, Part IV (radiologic
technology)? CORRECT ANSWER Yes, dental hygienists are exempt
from the provisions of part IV of chapter 468.
Q19. What is the definition of "adverse incident"? CORRECT ANSWER
Any mortality during or as a result of a dental procedure, or an incident
resulting in temporary or permanent physical/mental injury requiring
hospitalization or ER treatment during or as a direct result of
anesthesia or sedation.
Q20. What is the "dentist of record"? CORRECT ANSWER A designated
dentist with a full, active, unencumbered license who is responsible for
patient care at a dental practice.


SECTION 2: BOARD OF DENTISTRY & LICENSURE (Q21–Q60)
Q21. Who governs the practice of dentistry in Florida? CORRECT
ANSWER The Florida Board of Dentistry, under the Department of
Health.
Q22. What is the minimum age to apply for a dental license in Florida?
CORRECT ANSWER 18 years of age.
Q23. What examination must dental applicants pass for licensure?
CORRECT ANSWER The American Dental Licensing Examination
(ADLEX) developed by the American Board of Dental Examiners, Inc.,
and the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (NBDE).
Q24. What type of dental school must an applicant graduate from?
CORRECT ANSWER A dental school accredited by the ADA Commission
on Dental Accreditation or its successor, or any other dental accrediting
entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Q25. Can a dental student take licensure exams during their final year?
CORRECT ANSWER Yes, but they must graduate before being certified
for licensure.
Q26. What is the maximum application fee for dental licensure?
CORRECT ANSWER $100 (nonrefundable).
Q27. Are applicants required to undergo background screening?
CORRECT ANSWER Yes, in accordance with s. 456.0135.