Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 24 - LABOR AND INDUSTRY
Chapter 24.138 - BOARD OF DENTISTRY
Subchapter 24.138.4 - General Provisions
Rule 24.138.407 - FUNCTIONS FOR DENTAL HYGIENISTS

Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 24.138.407

Current through Register Vol. 18, September 20, 2024

(1) In addition to the functions of 37-4-401, MCA, a dental hygienist is allowed to perform the same functions as a dental auxiliary listed in ARM 24.138.406(2).

(2) In addition to the non-delegable duties under 37-4-401, MCA, a dental hygienist shall not be allowed to perform the following:

(a) administering or dispensing drugs other than those allowed under 37-4-401 MCA, without the prior authorization and direct supervision of the supervising dentist;

(b) providing oral health instruction;

(c) applying topical fluoride agents;

(d) removing excess cement from coronal surfaces;

(e) placing and removing rubber dams;

(3) The assignment of tasks and procedures to a dental hygienist shall not relieve the dentist from liability for all treatment rendered the patient.

AUTH: 37-1-131, 37-4-205, 37-4-401, 37-4-408, MCA; IMP: 37-1-131, 37-4-401, 37-4-405, 37-4-408, MCA

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