21 NCAC 16W .0101. DIRECTION DEFINED

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Pursuant to G.S. 90-233(a), a public health hygienist may perform clinical procedures under the direction of a licensed dentist who is employed by a State government dental public health program or a local health department as a public health dentist. The specific clinical procedures delegated to the hygienist must be completed, in accordance with a written order from the dentist, within 60 days of the dentist's in-person evaluation of the patient. The dentist's evaluation of the patient shall include a complete oral examination, thorough health history and diagnosis of the patient’s condition.

History Note: Authority G.S. 90-223; 90-233(a);

Temporary Adoption Eff. October 1, 1999;

Eff. April 1, 2001.

                    
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