GA DENTISTRY JURISPRUDENCE
EXAM 2027 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. According to the Georgia Board of Dentistry rules, how many members serve on the Board?
A. 11 members: 9 dentists, 1 hygienist, and 1 consumer member
B. 9 members: 7 dentists, 1 hygienist, and 1 consumer member
C. 13 members: 10 dentists, 2 hygienists, and 1 consumer member
D. 15 members: 12 dentists, 2 hygienists, and 1 consumer member
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The Georgia Board of Dentistry consists of 11 members
appointed by the Governor: nine dentists, one dental hygienist, and one consumer member.
2. Which of the following best defines ‘Direct Supervision’ in a Georgia dental practice?
A. The dentist authorizes the procedure and examines the patient before they are
dismissed.
B. The dentist is physically present in the operatory during the entire procedure.
C. The dentist has authorized the procedure but does not need to be in the office.
,D. The dentist has authorized the procedure and is in the office while it is performed.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Direct supervision requires the dentist to be in the facility,
authorize the procedure, remain in the facility, and evaluate the patient’s condition before
dismissal.
3. How many hours of Continuing Education (CE) are required for a licensed dentist in Georgia
every two years?
A. 20 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 40 hours
D. 50 hours
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Dentists must complete 40 hours of CE every two-year renewal
cycle, including specific requirements for CPR and ethics.
4. How many hours of Continuing Education (CE) are required for a licensed dental hygienist
in Georgia every two years?
A. 15 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 22 hours
, D. 40 hours
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Dental hygienists in Georgia are required to complete 22 hours
of CE every two-year renewal period.
5. Which entity is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the Georgia Dental
Practice Act?
A. The Georgia Department of Health
B. The American Dental Association
C. The Georgia Board of Dentistry
D. The Georgia Dental Association
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Georgia Board of Dentistry is the regulatory body tasked
with enforcing the Dental Practice Act and ensuring public safety.
6. Under Georgia law, what is the maximum number of dental hygienists a dentist may
supervise at one time?
A. Two
B. Four
C. Three
D. Five
EXAM 2027 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. According to the Georgia Board of Dentistry rules, how many members serve on the Board?
A. 11 members: 9 dentists, 1 hygienist, and 1 consumer member
B. 9 members: 7 dentists, 1 hygienist, and 1 consumer member
C. 13 members: 10 dentists, 2 hygienists, and 1 consumer member
D. 15 members: 12 dentists, 2 hygienists, and 1 consumer member
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The Georgia Board of Dentistry consists of 11 members
appointed by the Governor: nine dentists, one dental hygienist, and one consumer member.
2. Which of the following best defines ‘Direct Supervision’ in a Georgia dental practice?
A. The dentist authorizes the procedure and examines the patient before they are
dismissed.
B. The dentist is physically present in the operatory during the entire procedure.
C. The dentist has authorized the procedure but does not need to be in the office.
,D. The dentist has authorized the procedure and is in the office while it is performed.
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Direct supervision requires the dentist to be in the facility,
authorize the procedure, remain in the facility, and evaluate the patient’s condition before
dismissal.
3. How many hours of Continuing Education (CE) are required for a licensed dentist in Georgia
every two years?
A. 20 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 40 hours
D. 50 hours
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Dentists must complete 40 hours of CE every two-year renewal
cycle, including specific requirements for CPR and ethics.
4. How many hours of Continuing Education (CE) are required for a licensed dental hygienist
in Georgia every two years?
A. 15 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 22 hours
, D. 40 hours
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Dental hygienists in Georgia are required to complete 22 hours
of CE every two-year renewal period.
5. Which entity is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the Georgia Dental
Practice Act?
A. The Georgia Department of Health
B. The American Dental Association
C. The Georgia Board of Dentistry
D. The Georgia Dental Association
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Georgia Board of Dentistry is the regulatory body tasked
with enforcing the Dental Practice Act and ensuring public safety.
6. Under Georgia law, what is the maximum number of dental hygienists a dentist may
supervise at one time?
A. Two
B. Four
C. Three
D. Five
