Maine § 18378. - Denturist
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 18378. — Denturist, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18378.. Denturist
1. Scope of practice. A denturist and faculty denturist may:
A. Obtain denture impressions and bite registrations for the purpose of or with a view to making, producing, reproducing, constructing, finishing, supplying, altering or repairing a denture to be fitted to an edentulous or partially edentulous arch or arches; [PL 2017, c. 388, §24 (AMD).]
B. Fit a denture to an edentulous or partially edentulous arch or arches, including by making, producing, reproducing, constructing, finishing, supplying, altering or repairing dentures without performing alteration to natural or reconstructed tooth structure. A denturist may perform clinical procedures related to the fabrication of a removable tooth-borne partial denture, including cast frameworks; [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
C. Perform procedures incidental to the procedures specified in paragraphs A and B, as specified by board rule; and [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
D. Make, place, construct, alter, reproduce or repair nonorthodontic removable sports mouth guards and provide teeth whitening services, including by fabricating whitening trays, providing whitening solutions determined to be safe for public use and providing any required follow-up care and instructions for use of the trays and solutions at home. [PL 2015, c. 429, §21 (NEW).]
2. Limitation. An individual with a faculty denturist license may provide the services described in this section only as part of the education program for which the license was issued by the board.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 18378.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 18378. cover?
Section 18378. ("Denturist") 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 § 18378.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 18378." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 18378. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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