New Mexico Statutes Chapter 22. Public Schools § 22-1-14. Dental examination requirement; opting out; education; outreach

(1) satisfactory evidence of having undergone a dental examination that meets standards established pursuant to department rules; or

(2) a form, signed by the student's parent or guardian, that states that the parent understands the risks associated when a student does not undergo a dental examination prior to school enrollment and that the parent or guardian nevertheless opts not to obtain a dental examination for the student.

(1) adopt and promulgate rules to prescribe the requirements for dental examination pursuant to this section; and

(2) provide extensive education statewide for parents and guardians explaining the requirements for dental examination and providing information regarding where they may receive referrals to dental health care professionals statewide who are authorized to perform dental examinations in accordance with those rules.