Georgia Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence |\ |\ |\ |\
Overview QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS |\ |\ |\
What are the qualifications for a dentist on the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
Practicing for 5+ years, licensed in Georgia, and no connection to
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a dental or dental hygiene school/college.
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How many members are on the Georgia Board of Dentistry?
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11 members: 9 dentists, 1 hygienist, and 1 citizen.
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What is the term length for members of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
5-year terms. |\
Who nominates the dentist and hygienist members of the
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Georgia Board of Dentistry? |\ |\ |\
Dentists are nominated by the GDA, and hygienists are
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nominated by the GDHA. |\ |\ |\
What is required for a citizen member of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
Must not be a dentist or hygienist and votes on matters related
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to administration and policy.
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What are the powers and duties of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
Promulgate rules and regulations, examine applicants for |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
licenses, and make necessary bylaws and rules.
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What is the maximum fine for contempt during a Georgia Board
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of Dentistry hearing?
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, $100 maximum fine.
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What is the maximum jail time for contempt during a Georgia
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Board of Dentistry hearing?
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No more than 10 days in jail.
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What constitutes the practice of dentistry in Georgia?
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Defined by the Georgia Board of Dentistry, including various
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dental procedures and responsibilities.
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What are the requirements for practicing under direct supervision
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in Georgia?
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Specific locations, situations, and requirements as defined by the
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Georgia Board of Dentistry. |\ |\ |\
What is the difference between direct and general supervision in
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Georgia dental hygiene? |\ |\
Direct supervision requires the dentist to be present, while
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general supervision does not.
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What documentation is required for dental screenings in Georgia?
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Informed consent must be documented. |\ |\ |\ |\
What are the continuing education requirements for Georgia
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dental hygiene licensure renewal?
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Specific hours and courses as mandated by the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry.
What is the role of the executive director of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
Keeps minutes and records all acts of the board.
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How often does the Georgia Board of Dentistry meet?
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Annually and as duties may require.
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Overview QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS |\ |\ |\
What are the qualifications for a dentist on the Georgia Board of
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Dentistry?
Practicing for 5+ years, licensed in Georgia, and no connection to
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
a dental or dental hygiene school/college.
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How many members are on the Georgia Board of Dentistry?
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11 members: 9 dentists, 1 hygienist, and 1 citizen.
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What is the term length for members of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
5-year terms. |\
Who nominates the dentist and hygienist members of the
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Georgia Board of Dentistry? |\ |\ |\
Dentists are nominated by the GDA, and hygienists are
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
nominated by the GDHA. |\ |\ |\
What is required for a citizen member of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
Must not be a dentist or hygienist and votes on matters related
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
to administration and policy.
|\ |\ |\
What are the powers and duties of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
Promulgate rules and regulations, examine applicants for |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
licenses, and make necessary bylaws and rules.
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
What is the maximum fine for contempt during a Georgia Board
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
of Dentistry hearing?
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, $100 maximum fine.
|\ |\
What is the maximum jail time for contempt during a Georgia
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Board of Dentistry hearing?
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No more than 10 days in jail.
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What constitutes the practice of dentistry in Georgia?
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Defined by the Georgia Board of Dentistry, including various
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
dental procedures and responsibilities.
|\ |\ |\
What are the requirements for practicing under direct supervision
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
in Georgia?
|\ |\
Specific locations, situations, and requirements as defined by the
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Georgia Board of Dentistry. |\ |\ |\
What is the difference between direct and general supervision in
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Georgia dental hygiene? |\ |\
Direct supervision requires the dentist to be present, while
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
general supervision does not.
|\ |\ |\
What documentation is required for dental screenings in Georgia?
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Informed consent must be documented. |\ |\ |\ |\
What are the continuing education requirements for Georgia
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
dental hygiene licensure renewal?
|\ |\ |\
Specific hours and courses as mandated by the Georgia Board of
|\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
Dentistry.
What is the role of the executive director of the Georgia Board of
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Dentistry?
Keeps minutes and records all acts of the board.
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How often does the Georgia Board of Dentistry meet?
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Annually and as duties may require.
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