Pennsylvania Code
Title 49 - PROFESSIONAL AND VOCATIONAL STANDARDS
Part I - DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Subpart A - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL AFFAIRS
Chapter 33 - STATE BOARD OF DENTISTRY
Subchapter D - PERFORMANCE OF RADIOLOGIC PROCEDURES BY AUXILIARY PERSONNEL
Section 33.301 - Definitions
Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 44, November 2, 2024
The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
Ionizing radiation-
(i) Gamma rays and X-rays; alpha and beta particles, high-speed electrons, neutrons, protons and other nuclear particles.
(ii) The term does not include ultrasound, sound or radio waves or visible, infrared or ultraviolet light.
Premises of the dentist-A location at which a dentist practices dentistry, other than a health care facility regulated by the Department of Health, Department of Public Welfare or the Federal government.
Radiologic procedure-A dental diagnostic procedure that utilizes ionizing radiaiton.
Radiologic procedure examination-The Radiation Health and Safety examination administered by The Dental Assisting National Board, Inc. (DANB).
The provisions of this §33.301 issued under section 11.4 of The Dental Law (63 P. S. § 130e); amended under section 3(d), (j.2) and (o) of The Dental Law (63 P. S. § 122(d), (j.2) and (o)).
