Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 150 - RULES OF GEORGIA BOARD OF DENTISTRY
Chapter 150-5 - DENTAL HYGIENE
Rule 150-5-.06 - Temporary Permits for Dental Hygienists
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024
(1) An applicant applying for a temporary permit must be currently licensed to practice as a dental hygienist in another state and meet the conditions as specified in O.C.G.A. §§ 43-11-70 and 43-11-71.
(2) An application to take the required examination must have been completed and on file before the Board will consider an application for a temporary permit.
(3) A person requesting a temporary permit must submit proof of current CPR certification in one and two rescuer and the management of obstructed airway for infant, child and adult.
(4) It shall be the responsibility of the dental hygienist to inform the Board of the name of the dentist/employer where he/she will be practicing.
(5) A temporary permit shall be valid from the date of issuance until the results of the first examination scheduled for the applicant are released.
(6) If applicant fails the examination or fails to appear at the examination, the temporary permit shall automatically stand revoked, without a requirement of prior notice of such revocation.
(7) No temporary permit will be issued to an applicant who has previously failed the examination.
(8) No temporary permit shall be issued more than one time.
(9) A temporary permit shall be posted and displayed in the place in which the dental hygienist is employed.
(10) All fees are due at the time of making application. Fees are as shown in the schedule of fees adopted by the Board of Dentistry. Fees are not refundable.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-11-7 to 43-11-9, 43-11-70, 43-11-70.1, 43-11-71, 43-11-73.
