IOWA DENTAL BOARD JURISPRUDENCE EXAM –
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2026/2027
Core Domains
• Iowa Dental Practice Act (Chapter 153)
• Licensure, Registration, and Renewal (Chapter 147 & 650)
• Scope of Practice and Supervision
• Continuing Education Requirements
• Standards of Practice and Professional Ethics
• Discipline and Grounds for Action
• Dental Hygiene and Auxiliary Personnel
Introduction
This assessment evaluates the candidate's mastery of essential concepts
required for the Iowa Dental Board Jurisprudence Examination. It
measures knowledge of the Iowa Dental Practice Act, licensure
requirements, scope of practice, supervision levels, continuing
education, professional conduct, and disciplinary procedures. The exam
employs multiple-choice questions designed to simulate real-world
regulatory and ethical scenarios. Emphasis is placed on applying Iowa
Code Chapters 147, 153, and 272C, as well as Iowa Administrative
Code 650. Success requires not only recall of statutory provisions but
also critical thinking skills necessary for compliant and ethical dental
practice.
Section One: Questions 1–100
,1. According to Iowa law, which of the following individuals is
required to hold a valid Iowa dental license to practice?
A. A licensed physician extracting teeth as part of general medical
practice
B. A dental student performing procedures at an accredited dental
college clinic under faculty supervision
C. An individual performing final delivery and adjustment of a
removable partial denture
D. A dental hygienist providing educational services in a community
health program
C
RATIONALE: Iowa Code Chapter 153 defines the practice of
dentistry to include the delivery, adjustment, and insertion of prosthetic
appliances. Performing these tasks without a license constitutes unlawful
practice. The other options represent statutory exemptions under Iowa
Code §153.14 for physicians, students, and licensed hygienists .
2. What is the primary statutory purpose of the Iowa Dental
Practice Act?
A. To establish uniform fee schedules for dental procedures statewide
B. To protect the public health, safety, and welfare through regulation of
dental practice
C. To promote the economic interests of licensed dental professionals
D. To standardize dental education curricula across accredited
institutions
B
RATIONALE: The fundamental purpose of Iowa Code Chapter 153
is to safeguard the public by regulating the practice of dentistry through
licensure, standards of practice, and disciplinary mechanisms .
,3. How many total members comprise the Iowa Dental Board?
A. Seven members
B. Eight members
C. Nine members
D. Eleven members
C
RATIONALE: The Iowa Dental Board consists of nine members
appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate: five licensed
dentists, two licensed dental hygienists, and two public members who
represent the general public .
4. A dentist licensed in Iowa must complete how many hours of
continuing education during each two-year renewal cycle?
A. 15 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 45 hours
D. 60 hours
D
RATIONALE: Iowa Administrative Code 650—Chapter 25
mandates that licensed dentists complete 60 hours of continuing
education during each biennial renewal period. This requirement ensures
practitioners remain current with advances in dental science and patient
safety .
5. Under Iowa law, which of the following constitutes the unlawful
practice of dentistry?
A. A dental hygienist placing sealants under direct supervision of a
licensed dentist
B. An unlicensed individual performing the final delivery and
adjustment of a removable partial denture
, C. A dental assistant taking impressions under the order of a licensed
dentist
D. A dental student performing extractions at an accredited college
clinic under faculty supervision
B
RATIONALE: Iowa Code §153.14 defines the practice of dentistry
to include the delivery, adjustment, and insertion of prosthetic
appliances. Performing these tasks without a license is a direct violation.
The other options involve permitted activities under appropriate
supervision or in accredited educational settings .
6. Which Iowa statute serves as the primary Dental Practice Act
governing dental professionals?
A. Iowa Code Chapter 147
B. Iowa Code Chapter 153
C. Iowa Code Chapter 272C
D. Iowa Code Chapter 124
B
RATIONALE: Iowa Code Chapter 153 is the primary Dental
Practice Act that defines the practice of dentistry, establishes licensing
requirements, and provides the regulatory framework for dental
professionals in Iowa .
7. A dentist who administers general anesthesia in Iowa must do all
of the following EXCEPT:
A. Conduct a pre-anesthetic health evaluation
B. Ensure a separate individual monitors the patient's vital signs
C. Have immediate access to emergency resuscitative equipment
D. Administer the anesthetic without a permit if the patient is over 18
years old
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS | VERIFIED AND WELL
DETAILED ANSWERS | PLUS RATIONALES |
DOWNLOAD AND PASS | LATEST EXAM UPDATE
2026/2027
Core Domains
• Iowa Dental Practice Act (Chapter 153)
• Licensure, Registration, and Renewal (Chapter 147 & 650)
• Scope of Practice and Supervision
• Continuing Education Requirements
• Standards of Practice and Professional Ethics
• Discipline and Grounds for Action
• Dental Hygiene and Auxiliary Personnel
Introduction
This assessment evaluates the candidate's mastery of essential concepts
required for the Iowa Dental Board Jurisprudence Examination. It
measures knowledge of the Iowa Dental Practice Act, licensure
requirements, scope of practice, supervision levels, continuing
education, professional conduct, and disciplinary procedures. The exam
employs multiple-choice questions designed to simulate real-world
regulatory and ethical scenarios. Emphasis is placed on applying Iowa
Code Chapters 147, 153, and 272C, as well as Iowa Administrative
Code 650. Success requires not only recall of statutory provisions but
also critical thinking skills necessary for compliant and ethical dental
practice.
Section One: Questions 1–100
,1. According to Iowa law, which of the following individuals is
required to hold a valid Iowa dental license to practice?
A. A licensed physician extracting teeth as part of general medical
practice
B. A dental student performing procedures at an accredited dental
college clinic under faculty supervision
C. An individual performing final delivery and adjustment of a
removable partial denture
D. A dental hygienist providing educational services in a community
health program
C
RATIONALE: Iowa Code Chapter 153 defines the practice of
dentistry to include the delivery, adjustment, and insertion of prosthetic
appliances. Performing these tasks without a license constitutes unlawful
practice. The other options represent statutory exemptions under Iowa
Code §153.14 for physicians, students, and licensed hygienists .
2. What is the primary statutory purpose of the Iowa Dental
Practice Act?
A. To establish uniform fee schedules for dental procedures statewide
B. To protect the public health, safety, and welfare through regulation of
dental practice
C. To promote the economic interests of licensed dental professionals
D. To standardize dental education curricula across accredited
institutions
B
RATIONALE: The fundamental purpose of Iowa Code Chapter 153
is to safeguard the public by regulating the practice of dentistry through
licensure, standards of practice, and disciplinary mechanisms .
,3. How many total members comprise the Iowa Dental Board?
A. Seven members
B. Eight members
C. Nine members
D. Eleven members
C
RATIONALE: The Iowa Dental Board consists of nine members
appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate: five licensed
dentists, two licensed dental hygienists, and two public members who
represent the general public .
4. A dentist licensed in Iowa must complete how many hours of
continuing education during each two-year renewal cycle?
A. 15 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 45 hours
D. 60 hours
D
RATIONALE: Iowa Administrative Code 650—Chapter 25
mandates that licensed dentists complete 60 hours of continuing
education during each biennial renewal period. This requirement ensures
practitioners remain current with advances in dental science and patient
safety .
5. Under Iowa law, which of the following constitutes the unlawful
practice of dentistry?
A. A dental hygienist placing sealants under direct supervision of a
licensed dentist
B. An unlicensed individual performing the final delivery and
adjustment of a removable partial denture
, C. A dental assistant taking impressions under the order of a licensed
dentist
D. A dental student performing extractions at an accredited college
clinic under faculty supervision
B
RATIONALE: Iowa Code §153.14 defines the practice of dentistry
to include the delivery, adjustment, and insertion of prosthetic
appliances. Performing these tasks without a license is a direct violation.
The other options involve permitted activities under appropriate
supervision or in accredited educational settings .
6. Which Iowa statute serves as the primary Dental Practice Act
governing dental professionals?
A. Iowa Code Chapter 147
B. Iowa Code Chapter 153
C. Iowa Code Chapter 272C
D. Iowa Code Chapter 124
B
RATIONALE: Iowa Code Chapter 153 is the primary Dental
Practice Act that defines the practice of dentistry, establishes licensing
requirements, and provides the regulatory framework for dental
professionals in Iowa .
7. A dentist who administers general anesthesia in Iowa must do all
of the following EXCEPT:
A. Conduct a pre-anesthetic health evaluation
B. Ensure a separate individual monitors the patient's vital signs
C. Have immediate access to emergency resuscitative equipment
D. Administer the anesthetic without a permit if the patient is over 18
years old
