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North Dakota Century Code Title 43. Occupations and Professions § 43-20-01.1. Definitions

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

As used in this chapter and chapter 43-28, unless the context otherwise requires:

1. “Dental anesthesia assistant” means an individual authorized to perform anesthesia-related duties under the supervision of a dentist established by rule and does not include individuals issued a permit by the board for the application of local anesthetic, such as block or infiltration anesthesia.

2. “Dental assistant” means an individual who provides dental assistance under the supervision of a dentist and within the scope of practice established by rule and section 43-20-13.

3. “Dental hygienist” means an individual licensed to practice dental hygiene.

4. “Qualified dental assistant” means an individual registered as a qualified dental assistant to provide dental assistance as established by rule.

5. “Qualified dental assistant limited radiology registrant” means an individual registered with the board as a qualified dental assistant limited radiology registrant who may carry out dental assisting duties, including taking radiographs, under the supervision of a dentist as established by rule.

6. “Registered dental assistant” means an individual registered as a registered dental assistant to provide dental assistance as established by rule.

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