NC JURISPRUDENCE FULL EXAM
2026/27 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE
2 years - ANSWER-How long must a foreign trained dentist spend in dental school?
Any and all
as long as there is a post-test and certificate of completion - ANSWER-How many of
the 15 CE hours are allowed to be obtained online?
practice management
must be related to patient care - ANSWER-Which of the following courses are not
acceptable for CE?
retired dentists (0hrs) - exempted from all CE and CPR
semi-retired class I dentist (<250hrs) - exempted from all CE but must retain CPR
semi-retired class II dentist (<1000hrs) - exempt from one half of CE (7.5hrs) and
retain CPR - ANSWER-Who is exempt from the 15hrs of CE?
when doctor is in the operatory??? - ANSWER-When is the assistant allowed to
administer nitrous?
One year - ANSWER-Using the name of any deceased or retired and licensed
dentist on any office door, directory, stationery, bill heading, or any other means of
communication any time after ______ following the death or retirement from practice
of said dentist
2 years - ANSWER-How long must a dentist retain duplicate lab work?
The complaint is sent to the dentist/hygienist and a response is requested -
ANSWER-What action does the board take if there is a complaint against a dentist?
60hrs of didactic training, completion of IV conscious sedation training, satisfactory
completion of internship, authorized use of general anesthesist under his
supervision???? - ANSWER-Administration of intravenous sedation in your office
1. has been practicing for the past 5yrs (in one of the four neighboring states)
2. graduated from a dental program
3. not subject to disciplinary action in the Armed Forces, state, or territory where they
have practice
, 4. No felony convictions
5. has not failed an examination conducted by NC - ANSWER-Dentist qualify for
license by credentials
Displayed in a conspicious location their license and renewal certificate IN THE
OFFICE OF THE HOLDER - ANSWER-Display of credentials
no less than 10 signatures - ANSWER-How many signatures must be obtained for a
nominee to run in a dental or dental hygiene election to the board?
valid for no more than ONE year from the issued date, renew the permit for not more
than 5 additional one-year periods - ANSWER-Dental Intern Permit
1. Hospital, sanatorium, or like institution
2. Non-profit health care facility serving low-income populations
3. State or governmental facility or entity - ANSWER-The practice of dentistry under
an intern permit is limited to the confines and registered patients of the following
employment sites
1. ADA-accredited dental assisting program and current CPR
2. One year academic or longer in an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program and
CPR
3. Completion of:
- full time employment and experience as a chairside assistant for 2 years/3,000hrs
of the preceding 5, trained under direct control and supervision of a licensed dentist
- 3hr course in sterilization and infection control
- 3hr course in dental emergencies
- radiology training (7hrs of instruction +7hrs clinical)
- current CPR
4. Successful completion of certification examination by the dental assisting national
board
ANSWER: successful completion of a 40hr Board approved course in dental
assisting - ANSWER-By which criterion is a Dental Assistant NOT classified as a
DAII?
7hr of instruction in the production and use of dental x-rays and an educational
program of no less than 7hrs in clinical dental radiology - ANSWER-Requirement for
DA to take radiographs
1. Dentist with an out-of-state current/expired license
2026/27 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE
2 years - ANSWER-How long must a foreign trained dentist spend in dental school?
Any and all
as long as there is a post-test and certificate of completion - ANSWER-How many of
the 15 CE hours are allowed to be obtained online?
practice management
must be related to patient care - ANSWER-Which of the following courses are not
acceptable for CE?
retired dentists (0hrs) - exempted from all CE and CPR
semi-retired class I dentist (<250hrs) - exempted from all CE but must retain CPR
semi-retired class II dentist (<1000hrs) - exempt from one half of CE (7.5hrs) and
retain CPR - ANSWER-Who is exempt from the 15hrs of CE?
when doctor is in the operatory??? - ANSWER-When is the assistant allowed to
administer nitrous?
One year - ANSWER-Using the name of any deceased or retired and licensed
dentist on any office door, directory, stationery, bill heading, or any other means of
communication any time after ______ following the death or retirement from practice
of said dentist
2 years - ANSWER-How long must a dentist retain duplicate lab work?
The complaint is sent to the dentist/hygienist and a response is requested -
ANSWER-What action does the board take if there is a complaint against a dentist?
60hrs of didactic training, completion of IV conscious sedation training, satisfactory
completion of internship, authorized use of general anesthesist under his
supervision???? - ANSWER-Administration of intravenous sedation in your office
1. has been practicing for the past 5yrs (in one of the four neighboring states)
2. graduated from a dental program
3. not subject to disciplinary action in the Armed Forces, state, or territory where they
have practice
, 4. No felony convictions
5. has not failed an examination conducted by NC - ANSWER-Dentist qualify for
license by credentials
Displayed in a conspicious location their license and renewal certificate IN THE
OFFICE OF THE HOLDER - ANSWER-Display of credentials
no less than 10 signatures - ANSWER-How many signatures must be obtained for a
nominee to run in a dental or dental hygiene election to the board?
valid for no more than ONE year from the issued date, renew the permit for not more
than 5 additional one-year periods - ANSWER-Dental Intern Permit
1. Hospital, sanatorium, or like institution
2. Non-profit health care facility serving low-income populations
3. State or governmental facility or entity - ANSWER-The practice of dentistry under
an intern permit is limited to the confines and registered patients of the following
employment sites
1. ADA-accredited dental assisting program and current CPR
2. One year academic or longer in an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program and
CPR
3. Completion of:
- full time employment and experience as a chairside assistant for 2 years/3,000hrs
of the preceding 5, trained under direct control and supervision of a licensed dentist
- 3hr course in sterilization and infection control
- 3hr course in dental emergencies
- radiology training (7hrs of instruction +7hrs clinical)
- current CPR
4. Successful completion of certification examination by the dental assisting national
board
ANSWER: successful completion of a 40hr Board approved course in dental
assisting - ANSWER-By which criterion is a Dental Assistant NOT classified as a
DAII?
7hr of instruction in the production and use of dental x-rays and an educational
program of no less than 7hrs in clinical dental radiology - ANSWER-Requirement for
DA to take radiographs
1. Dentist with an out-of-state current/expired license
