New Jersey § 45:6-69
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 45:6-69, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45:6-69.
A licensed dental hygienist shall not perform any intra-oral service, other than administering
preventive measures such as the application of fluorides, pit and fissure sealants
as well as other recognized topical agents for the prevention of oral disease or associated
discomfort and the detection of caries in a school setting, upon any living person
who the dental hygienist reasonably believes has not received an examination by a
duly licensed dentist within the immediately preceding 365-day period. After performing an assessment, a dental hygienist acting under supervision who
reasonably believes that a person has either dental caries or some other medical or
dental condition requiring diagnosis or treatment by a dentist shall so inform in
writing, within seven days, the dentist who is providing the supervision, except if
it appears that emergent care is indicated, the dental hygienist shall immediately
notify the supervising dentist.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 45:6-69
What does New Jersey Statutes § 45:6-69 cover?
Section 45:6-69 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 45:6-69?
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