New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 16 - OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSING
Chapter 5 - DENTISTRY (DENTISTS, DENTAL HYGIENISTS, ETC.)
Part 17 - DENTISTS AND DENTAL HYGIENISTS, COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE
Section 16.5.17.13 - STANDARD COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE PROTOCOLS

Universal Citation: 16 NM Admin Code 16.5.17.13

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

All protocols will include but are not limited to: review of health history charting of existing teeth and restorations, periodontal charting as necessary, and notations of potential pathology. Protocols may be amended upon written order of the consulting dentist. Time intervals for these protocols shall be established in the collaborative practice agreement as provided in Subsection G of 16.5.17.13 NMAC.

A. Protocols for children 12 and under:

(1) appropriate panoramic or occlusal x-rays;

(2) two bitewing x-rays;

(3) prophylaxis/scaling;

(4) topical fluoride treatment;

(5) other radiographs as indicated by consultation with the dentist.

B. Protocols for teenagers:

(1) appropriate panoramic or full mouth radiographs;

(2) two or four bitewing x-rays;

(3) prophylaxis/scaling;

(4) topical fluoride treatment;

(5) other radiographs as indicated by consultation with the dentist.

C. Protocols for adults:

(1) full mouth or panoramic radiograph;

(2) bitewing radiographs annually;

(3) complete periodontal charting;

(4) prophylaxis/scaling or gross debridement and consultation with the consulting dentist if periodontal assessment suggests periodontal involvement.

D. All other procedures not listed in the protocols shall require a prescription from the consulting dentist as stated in Subsections H and N of 16.5.17.10 NMAC.

E. Guidelines for patient release forms, to include a disclaimer signed by the patient or legal guardian that the dental hygiene services rendered do not preclude the need for routine examinations by a dentist.

F. Both the consulting dentist and the collaborative practice dental hygienist shall sign a copy of this or amended protocol and keep on file.

G. Changes to practice protocol and agreements shall be prescribed in writing by the consulting dentist and recorded by both the consulting dentist and the collaborative practice dental hygienist.

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