GEORGIA DENTISTRY
JURISPRUDENCE 2026/2027 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
1. According to the Georgia Dental Practice Act, how many members constitute the Georgia
Board of Dentistry?
A. 9 members
B. 11 members
C. 13 members
D. 15 members
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The Georgia Board of Dentistry consists of 11 members: 9
licensed dentists, 1 licensed dental hygienist, and 1 consumer member.
2. Which of the following is the correct term for the type of supervision where the dentist is
physically present in the facility and must personally diagnose the condition to be treated?
A. Direct Supervision
B. General Supervision
,C. Indirect Supervision
D. Personal Supervision
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Direct supervision requires the dentist to be in the dental
facility, authorize the procedure, and evaluate the patient’s condition before and after
treatment.
3. How many hours of Continuing Education (CE) are required for a licensed dentist in Georgia
during each biennial renewal period?
A. 20 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 40 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Georgia dentists must complete 40 hours of continuing
education every two years to maintain their license.
4. What is the minimum number of CE hours required for a dental hygienist in Georgia during
each biennial renewal cycle?
A. 20 hours
B. 15 hours
, C. 10 hours
D. 25 hours
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Dental hygienists in Georgia are required to complete 20 hours
of continuing education per biennium.
5. Under Georgia law, which professional is permitted to perform the final adjustment of a
permanent bridge?
A. A Dental Hygienist under direct supervision
B. Only a licensed Dentist
C. An Expanded Function Dental Assistant
D. A Dental Lab Technician
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The final adjustment and delivery of permanent prosthetic
appliances are considered the practice of dentistry and cannot be delegated.
6. How long must dental records be maintained for a patient in the state of Georgia?
A. 10 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
JURISPRUDENCE 2026/2027 QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
1. According to the Georgia Dental Practice Act, how many members constitute the Georgia
Board of Dentistry?
A. 9 members
B. 11 members
C. 13 members
D. 15 members
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The Georgia Board of Dentistry consists of 11 members: 9
licensed dentists, 1 licensed dental hygienist, and 1 consumer member.
2. Which of the following is the correct term for the type of supervision where the dentist is
physically present in the facility and must personally diagnose the condition to be treated?
A. Direct Supervision
B. General Supervision
,C. Indirect Supervision
D. Personal Supervision
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Direct supervision requires the dentist to be in the dental
facility, authorize the procedure, and evaluate the patient’s condition before and after
treatment.
3. How many hours of Continuing Education (CE) are required for a licensed dentist in Georgia
during each biennial renewal period?
A. 20 hours
B. 30 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 40 hours
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Georgia dentists must complete 40 hours of continuing
education every two years to maintain their license.
4. What is the minimum number of CE hours required for a dental hygienist in Georgia during
each biennial renewal cycle?
A. 20 hours
B. 15 hours
, C. 10 hours
D. 25 hours
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: Dental hygienists in Georgia are required to complete 20 hours
of continuing education per biennium.
5. Under Georgia law, which professional is permitted to perform the final adjustment of a
permanent bridge?
A. A Dental Hygienist under direct supervision
B. Only a licensed Dentist
C. An Expanded Function Dental Assistant
D. A Dental Lab Technician
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: The final adjustment and delivery of permanent prosthetic
appliances are considered the practice of dentistry and cannot be delegated.
6. How long must dental records be maintained for a patient in the state of Georgia?
A. 10 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
