Georgia
Dental Jurisprudence
Final Assessment Review
(With Solutions)
2025
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,1. A Georgia dentist’s billboard proclaims “Absolutely pain-free root
canals.” Which statement reflects the Georgia Board of Dentistry’s
position on this claim?
A. Permissible if accompanied by patient testimonials
B. Prohibited as unsubstantiated and misleading
C. Allowed if a disclaimer is printed in 10-point font
D. Acceptable only in direct mail advertising
Correct ANS: B. Prohibited as unsubstantiated and misleading
Rationale: The Georgia Board’s advertising rules ban any claim that
cannot be guaranteed for every patient; “pain-free” assertions are
inherently subjective and unprovable.
2. Before administering moderate sedation in an outpatient practice, the
dentist must hold which credential under Georgia law?
A. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification only
B. A moderate sedation permit issued by the Georgia Board
C. General anesthesia permit from the Department of Public Health
D. No additional permit if an MD is on-site
Correct ANS: B. A moderate sedation permit issued by the Georgia
Board
Rationale: Moderate sedation requires a specific Board-issued permit
demonstrating advanced training and emergency preparedness.
3. Under Georgia scope-of-practice regulations, a dental hygienist with a
local anesthesia permit may administer infiltration anesthesia when:
A. The supervising dentist has reviewed and approved the treatment
plan
B. Any licensed dentist is on the same campus
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, C. The hygienist has ten years of clinical experience
D. No supervision is required once the permit is obtained
Correct ANS: A. The supervising dentist has reviewed and approved
the treatment plan
Rationale: Local anesthesia by hygienists is permitted under general
supervision after the dentist examines the patient and authorizes the
procedure.
4. A dentist observes multiple bruises on a minor patient and suspects
non-accidental injury. Under Georgia mandatory-reporting statutes, the
dentist must:
A. Contact the parent for explanation then decide whether to report
B. Report immediately to Child Protective Services
C. Notify the Board of Dentistry within 72 hours
D. Wait until injuries are documented in writing
Correct ANS: B. Report immediately to Child Protective Services
Rationale: Georgia law (O.C.G.A. §19-7-5) requires immediate
reporting of suspected child abuse to the Division of Family and Children
Services.
5. A patient requests electronic access to their full dental record,
including radiographs. How must the dentist comply under HIPAA and
Georgia law?
A. Provide records within 30 days and charge only a reasonable, cost-
based fee
B. Require notarized request and deliver within 60 days
C. Charge an hourly rate for staff time plus per-page cost
D. Deny access unless a subpoena is presented
Correct ANS: A. Provide records within 30 days and charge only a
reasonable, cost-based fee
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Dental Jurisprudence
Final Assessment Review
(With Solutions)
2025
1
,1. A Georgia dentist’s billboard proclaims “Absolutely pain-free root
canals.” Which statement reflects the Georgia Board of Dentistry’s
position on this claim?
A. Permissible if accompanied by patient testimonials
B. Prohibited as unsubstantiated and misleading
C. Allowed if a disclaimer is printed in 10-point font
D. Acceptable only in direct mail advertising
Correct ANS: B. Prohibited as unsubstantiated and misleading
Rationale: The Georgia Board’s advertising rules ban any claim that
cannot be guaranteed for every patient; “pain-free” assertions are
inherently subjective and unprovable.
2. Before administering moderate sedation in an outpatient practice, the
dentist must hold which credential under Georgia law?
A. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification only
B. A moderate sedation permit issued by the Georgia Board
C. General anesthesia permit from the Department of Public Health
D. No additional permit if an MD is on-site
Correct ANS: B. A moderate sedation permit issued by the Georgia
Board
Rationale: Moderate sedation requires a specific Board-issued permit
demonstrating advanced training and emergency preparedness.
3. Under Georgia scope-of-practice regulations, a dental hygienist with a
local anesthesia permit may administer infiltration anesthesia when:
A. The supervising dentist has reviewed and approved the treatment
plan
B. Any licensed dentist is on the same campus
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, C. The hygienist has ten years of clinical experience
D. No supervision is required once the permit is obtained
Correct ANS: A. The supervising dentist has reviewed and approved
the treatment plan
Rationale: Local anesthesia by hygienists is permitted under general
supervision after the dentist examines the patient and authorizes the
procedure.
4. A dentist observes multiple bruises on a minor patient and suspects
non-accidental injury. Under Georgia mandatory-reporting statutes, the
dentist must:
A. Contact the parent for explanation then decide whether to report
B. Report immediately to Child Protective Services
C. Notify the Board of Dentistry within 72 hours
D. Wait until injuries are documented in writing
Correct ANS: B. Report immediately to Child Protective Services
Rationale: Georgia law (O.C.G.A. §19-7-5) requires immediate
reporting of suspected child abuse to the Division of Family and Children
Services.
5. A patient requests electronic access to their full dental record,
including radiographs. How must the dentist comply under HIPAA and
Georgia law?
A. Provide records within 30 days and charge only a reasonable, cost-
based fee
B. Require notarized request and deliver within 60 days
C. Charge an hourly rate for staff time plus per-page cost
D. Deny access unless a subpoena is presented
Correct ANS: A. Provide records within 30 days and charge only a
reasonable, cost-based fee
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