TEXAS DENTISTRY JURISPRUDENCE
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1. Which agency regulates the practice of dentistry in Texas?
A. Texas Medical Board
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
C. Texas Department of Health
D. American Dental Association
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
The Texas Board of Dental Examiners (TBDE) is responsible for licensing and
regulating dentists and dental hygienists in Texas.
2. How often must a licensed dentist in Texas renew their license?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
B. Every 2 years
Texas requires dentists to renew their licenses biennially and complete
continuing education for renewal.
3. What is the minimum continuing education hours required for dentists in
Texas per renewal period?
A. 12 hours
B. 16 hours
C. 24 hours
D. 36 hours
,C. 24 hours
Dentists in Texas must complete at least 24 hours of continuing education every
two years, including specific courses on jurisprudence and infection control.
4. Which of the following is considered unprofessional conduct under Texas
law?
A. Maintaining patient records
B. Advertising dental services truthfully
C. Performing procedures beyond training
D. Following infection control protocols
C. Performing procedures beyond training
Performing treatments beyond one’s education or training constitutes
unprofessional conduct and can lead to disciplinary action.
5. A dentist in Texas may delegate which tasks to a dental assistant?
A. Diagnose cavities
B. Prescribe medication
C. Apply topical fluoride under supervision
D. Perform root canal therapy independently
C. Apply topical fluoride under supervision
Dental assistants may perform certain procedures under supervision, such as
applying topical fluoride, but may not diagnose or perform advanced
treatments.
6. How long must dental records be retained in Texas for adult patients?
A. 2 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
D. 10 years
C. 7 years
Texas law requires that dental records for adult patients be retained for at least
7 years from the date of the last treatment.
7. Which of the following is true regarding informed consent in Texas?
A. Written consent is never required
B. Consent is implied for all procedures
, C. Patients must be informed of risks, benefits, and alternatives
D. Consent is only required for surgeries
C. Patients must be informed of risks, benefits, and alternatives
Informed consent requires that patients understand the risks, benefits, and
available alternatives before undergoing any treatment.
8. In Texas, reporting suspected child abuse is:
A. Optional for dentists
B. Mandatory
C. Only required for injuries to limbs
D. Only required if the child admits abuse
B. Mandatory
Dentists in Texas are mandatory reporters and must report suspected child
abuse to authorities.
9. Which Texas statute governs the use of prescription drugs in dentistry?
A. Texas Pharmacy Act
B. Texas Controlled Substances Act
C. Texas Dental Practice Act
D. Texas Public Health Code
B. Texas Controlled Substances Act
The Texas Controlled Substances Act regulates the prescribing, dispensing, and
use of controlled substances by licensed dentists.
10.A dentist is found guilty of fraudulent billing in Texas. Which entity can take
disciplinary action?
A. American Dental Association
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
C. State Legislature
D. Local County Court
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
The TBDE investigates complaints and can take disciplinary action against
dentists for fraudulent billing or other misconduct.
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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1. Which agency regulates the practice of dentistry in Texas?
A. Texas Medical Board
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
C. Texas Department of Health
D. American Dental Association
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
The Texas Board of Dental Examiners (TBDE) is responsible for licensing and
regulating dentists and dental hygienists in Texas.
2. How often must a licensed dentist in Texas renew their license?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
B. Every 2 years
Texas requires dentists to renew their licenses biennially and complete
continuing education for renewal.
3. What is the minimum continuing education hours required for dentists in
Texas per renewal period?
A. 12 hours
B. 16 hours
C. 24 hours
D. 36 hours
,C. 24 hours
Dentists in Texas must complete at least 24 hours of continuing education every
two years, including specific courses on jurisprudence and infection control.
4. Which of the following is considered unprofessional conduct under Texas
law?
A. Maintaining patient records
B. Advertising dental services truthfully
C. Performing procedures beyond training
D. Following infection control protocols
C. Performing procedures beyond training
Performing treatments beyond one’s education or training constitutes
unprofessional conduct and can lead to disciplinary action.
5. A dentist in Texas may delegate which tasks to a dental assistant?
A. Diagnose cavities
B. Prescribe medication
C. Apply topical fluoride under supervision
D. Perform root canal therapy independently
C. Apply topical fluoride under supervision
Dental assistants may perform certain procedures under supervision, such as
applying topical fluoride, but may not diagnose or perform advanced
treatments.
6. How long must dental records be retained in Texas for adult patients?
A. 2 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
D. 10 years
C. 7 years
Texas law requires that dental records for adult patients be retained for at least
7 years from the date of the last treatment.
7. Which of the following is true regarding informed consent in Texas?
A. Written consent is never required
B. Consent is implied for all procedures
, C. Patients must be informed of risks, benefits, and alternatives
D. Consent is only required for surgeries
C. Patients must be informed of risks, benefits, and alternatives
Informed consent requires that patients understand the risks, benefits, and
available alternatives before undergoing any treatment.
8. In Texas, reporting suspected child abuse is:
A. Optional for dentists
B. Mandatory
C. Only required for injuries to limbs
D. Only required if the child admits abuse
B. Mandatory
Dentists in Texas are mandatory reporters and must report suspected child
abuse to authorities.
9. Which Texas statute governs the use of prescription drugs in dentistry?
A. Texas Pharmacy Act
B. Texas Controlled Substances Act
C. Texas Dental Practice Act
D. Texas Public Health Code
B. Texas Controlled Substances Act
The Texas Controlled Substances Act regulates the prescribing, dispensing, and
use of controlled substances by licensed dentists.
10.A dentist is found guilty of fraudulent billing in Texas. Which entity can take
disciplinary action?
A. American Dental Association
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
C. State Legislature
D. Local County Court
B. Texas Board of Dental Examiners
The TBDE investigates complaints and can take disciplinary action against
dentists for fraudulent billing or other misconduct.
