DENTAL LAWS AND INFECTION
CONTROL FINAL,
JURISPRUDENCE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2026.
No (False) - ANS Does the NC Board of Dentistry have the power to grant licensure by
reciprocity?
8 total members, 6 dentists, 1 hygienist, 1 civilian - ANS Total number of Board members?
How many Dentists, RDH's, Citizen members?
Hygienist cannot vote for dental licensing matters, consumer cannot vote for dental or dental
hygiene licensing matters - ANS Restrictions placed on the dentist, dental hygienist, and
consumer members:
member is selected and appointed by the governor and must be an NC state resident and not
hold a license in dentistry or hygiene - ANS What is the selection criteria for the consumer
member? How is this member chosen?
Must hold a current nc license and reside in or practice in NC - ANS What are the
qualifications for the dental hygienist board member?
No less than 10 signatures - ANS How many signatures are needed on the petition to
nominate a RDH to the board
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,Every hygienist holding a current license in NC and residing in or practicing in NC - ANS Who
can vote in the general election to elect RDH members to the board
One term of three years - ANS What is the term limit for a board member
Granting revocation suspension of license and renewal, conduct examination for licensure,
provide for programs for impaired hygienist and dentist - ANS What is the purpose and duty
of the board of Dental Examiners? list three functions
A majority of the members of said board - ANS What constitutes a quorum of the board
The power to administer oaths and issue subpoenas - ANS Name the judicial power granted
to the board president and/or secretary-treasurer
$100 per day - ANS Compensation / per diem for a board member is fixed by the board and
not to exceed
License shall at all times be displayed in a conspicuous place in the office of the holder,
duplicate license is issued to holder upon receipt of application for duplicate and fee -
ANS Describe the criteria for the display of your license. What do you do if you work in more
than one office?
Any person who is licensed to practice hygiene anywhere in the US or in any country territory or
other recognized jurisdiction, applicant may not have previously failed in examination
conducted by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners - ANS Two criteria for a provisional
hygiene license
The date of the announcement of the results of the next succeeding board examination of
candidates for licensure to practice dental hygiene - ANS A provisional hygiene license shall
be valid until
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,Dentist with out-of-state current or expired license, expired license in NC State, or are
authorized to treat veterans or US Service members, and has actively practice dentistry within
the last 5 yrs - ANS Who is eligible for a volunteer license
Class 2 misdemeanor - ANS What type of offense is a violation of board rules regulations or
bylaws
Yes (true) - ANS Does the board have authority to develop programs for impaired
Dental hygiene - ANS Performing complete oral prophylaxis, application of preventive agents
to oral structures, exposure and processing of radiographs, administration of medicaments,
preparation of diagnostic aids, written records of oral conditions as may be permitted by rules
and regulations of the board
Dental hygienist - ANS Any person who is a graduate of a board accredited school of dental
hygiene, who has been licensed by the board and who practices dental hygiene as prescribed by
the board
Board - ANS The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners created by Chapter 139
Public Laws of 1879 and Chapter 178 Public Laws of 1915 as continued in existence by GS 90 -
22
Direct supervision - ANS Acts are deemed to be under the supervision of a licensed dentist
when performed in a locale where a licensed dentist is physically present during the
performance of such acts and such acts are being performed pursuant to the dentist order
$81 - ANS North Carolina State RDH licensure renewal fee
$25 - ANS Contribution to the NC caring dental professionals
$25 - ANS Duplicate license fee
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, $50 - ANS Late fee for licensure
Jan 31 - ANS RDH licensure renewal is due on
March 31st - ANS When does the license renewal become void if not paid
$50 late fee after January 31st, voided license after March 31st - ANS What are the
consequences for late renewal of RDH license
Class 1 misdemeanor - ANS Practicing hygiene without a license is considered to be what
type of offense
Individual licensed to practice hygiene in any state or territory and produces satisfactory
evidence, is in good standing with the licensing jurisdiction, has passed the National Board
dental hygiene examination - ANS Three criteria for eligibility of licensure by credentials
Convicted of or entered a plea of guilty to any felony charge or misdemeanor involving moral
turpitude, has engaged in any acts of fraud deceit or misrepresentation in obtaining a license or
renewal - ANS 2 reasons why the board might refuse to issue, renew, or revoke/ suspend a
license
Yes (true) - ANS Once notified by the Board of misconduct do applicants have a right to a
hearing
Yes (true) - ANS Can the board conduct the investigation issue subpoenas and take
depositions
Direct supervision under one or more dentists - ANS What supervision is required for a
private practice RDH
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CONTROL FINAL,
JURISPRUDENCE EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2026.
No (False) - ANS Does the NC Board of Dentistry have the power to grant licensure by
reciprocity?
8 total members, 6 dentists, 1 hygienist, 1 civilian - ANS Total number of Board members?
How many Dentists, RDH's, Citizen members?
Hygienist cannot vote for dental licensing matters, consumer cannot vote for dental or dental
hygiene licensing matters - ANS Restrictions placed on the dentist, dental hygienist, and
consumer members:
member is selected and appointed by the governor and must be an NC state resident and not
hold a license in dentistry or hygiene - ANS What is the selection criteria for the consumer
member? How is this member chosen?
Must hold a current nc license and reside in or practice in NC - ANS What are the
qualifications for the dental hygienist board member?
No less than 10 signatures - ANS How many signatures are needed on the petition to
nominate a RDH to the board
@COPYRIGHT 2026/2027 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
1
,Every hygienist holding a current license in NC and residing in or practicing in NC - ANS Who
can vote in the general election to elect RDH members to the board
One term of three years - ANS What is the term limit for a board member
Granting revocation suspension of license and renewal, conduct examination for licensure,
provide for programs for impaired hygienist and dentist - ANS What is the purpose and duty
of the board of Dental Examiners? list three functions
A majority of the members of said board - ANS What constitutes a quorum of the board
The power to administer oaths and issue subpoenas - ANS Name the judicial power granted
to the board president and/or secretary-treasurer
$100 per day - ANS Compensation / per diem for a board member is fixed by the board and
not to exceed
License shall at all times be displayed in a conspicuous place in the office of the holder,
duplicate license is issued to holder upon receipt of application for duplicate and fee -
ANS Describe the criteria for the display of your license. What do you do if you work in more
than one office?
Any person who is licensed to practice hygiene anywhere in the US or in any country territory or
other recognized jurisdiction, applicant may not have previously failed in examination
conducted by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners - ANS Two criteria for a provisional
hygiene license
The date of the announcement of the results of the next succeeding board examination of
candidates for licensure to practice dental hygiene - ANS A provisional hygiene license shall
be valid until
@COPYRIGHT 2026/2027 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
2
,Dentist with out-of-state current or expired license, expired license in NC State, or are
authorized to treat veterans or US Service members, and has actively practice dentistry within
the last 5 yrs - ANS Who is eligible for a volunteer license
Class 2 misdemeanor - ANS What type of offense is a violation of board rules regulations or
bylaws
Yes (true) - ANS Does the board have authority to develop programs for impaired
Dental hygiene - ANS Performing complete oral prophylaxis, application of preventive agents
to oral structures, exposure and processing of radiographs, administration of medicaments,
preparation of diagnostic aids, written records of oral conditions as may be permitted by rules
and regulations of the board
Dental hygienist - ANS Any person who is a graduate of a board accredited school of dental
hygiene, who has been licensed by the board and who practices dental hygiene as prescribed by
the board
Board - ANS The North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners created by Chapter 139
Public Laws of 1879 and Chapter 178 Public Laws of 1915 as continued in existence by GS 90 -
22
Direct supervision - ANS Acts are deemed to be under the supervision of a licensed dentist
when performed in a locale where a licensed dentist is physically present during the
performance of such acts and such acts are being performed pursuant to the dentist order
$81 - ANS North Carolina State RDH licensure renewal fee
$25 - ANS Contribution to the NC caring dental professionals
$25 - ANS Duplicate license fee
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, $50 - ANS Late fee for licensure
Jan 31 - ANS RDH licensure renewal is due on
March 31st - ANS When does the license renewal become void if not paid
$50 late fee after January 31st, voided license after March 31st - ANS What are the
consequences for late renewal of RDH license
Class 1 misdemeanor - ANS Practicing hygiene without a license is considered to be what
type of offense
Individual licensed to practice hygiene in any state or territory and produces satisfactory
evidence, is in good standing with the licensing jurisdiction, has passed the National Board
dental hygiene examination - ANS Three criteria for eligibility of licensure by credentials
Convicted of or entered a plea of guilty to any felony charge or misdemeanor involving moral
turpitude, has engaged in any acts of fraud deceit or misrepresentation in obtaining a license or
renewal - ANS 2 reasons why the board might refuse to issue, renew, or revoke/ suspend a
license
Yes (true) - ANS Once notified by the Board of misconduct do applicants have a right to a
hearing
Yes (true) - ANS Can the board conduct the investigation issue subpoenas and take
depositions
Direct supervision under one or more dentists - ANS What supervision is required for a
private practice RDH
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