Maine § 18373. - Expanded function dental assistant
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 18373. — Expanded function dental assistant, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18373.. Expanded function dental assistant
1. Scope of practice. An expanded function dental assistant may perform under the general supervision of a dentist all of the activities that may be delegated by a dentist to an unlicensed person pursuant to section 18371, subsection 3. An expanded function dental assistant may also perform the following activities authorized under the general supervision of a dentist:
A. Apply cavity liners and bases as long as the dentist:
(2) Has checked the cavity liner or base prior to the placement of the restoration; [PL 2021, c. 223, §10 (AMD).]
B. Apply pit and fissure sealants after an evaluation of the teeth by the dentist at the time of sealant placement; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
C. Apply supragingival desensitizing agents to an exposed root surface or dentinal surface of teeth; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
D. Apply topical fluorides recognized for the prevention of dental caries; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
E. [PL 2021, c. 223, §10 (RP).]
F. [PL 2021, c. 223, §10 (RP).]
G. Place and contour amalgam, composite and other restorative materials prior to the final setting or curing of the material; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
H. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
I. Place and remove gingival retraction cord; [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (AMD).]
J. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
K. Size, place and cement or bond orthodontic bands and brackets with final inspection by the dentist; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
L. Supragingival polishing using a slow-speed rotary instrument and rubber cup; [PL 2025, c. 83, §2 (AMD).]
M. [PL 2021, c. 223, §10 (RP).]
N. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
O. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
P. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
Q. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
R. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
S. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
T. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
U. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
V. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
W. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
X. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
Y. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
Z. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
AA. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
BB. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
CC. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
DD. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
EE. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
FF. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
GG. [PL 2017, c. 388, §17 (RP).]
HH. Contour or finish restorative materials using a high-speed, power-driven handpiece or instrument; and [PL 2025, c. 83, §3 (AMD).]
II. Expose and process radiographs. [PL 2025, c. 83, §4 (NEW).]
2. Scope of practice; general supervision.
3. Procedures not authorized. An expanded function dental assistant may not engage in the following activities:
A. Complete or limited examination, diagnosis or treatment planning; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
B. Surgical or cutting procedures of hard or soft tissue; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
C. Prescribing drugs, medicaments or work authorizations; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
D. Pulp capping, pulpotomy or other endodontic procedures; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
E. Placement and intraoral adjustments of fixed or removable prosthetic appliances; or [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
F. Administration of local anesthesia, parenteral or inhalation sedation or general anesthesia. [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 18373.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 18373. cover?
Section 18373. ("Expanded function dental assistant") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 18373.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 18373. apply to my situation?
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