Utah Code § 58-69-306

Exemptions from licensure
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In addition to the exemptions from licensure in Section 58-1-307:
(1) an individual performing mechanical work on inert matter in a laboratory pursuant to a written
prescription from a licensed dentist may engage in acts and practices included in the practice of
dentistry or dental hygiene without being licensed under this chapter;
(2) an individual licensed in good standing as a dentist in another state, with no licensing action
pending and no less than two years of professional experience, may engage in the practice of
dentistry without being licensed under this chapter if:
(a) the services are rendered as a public service and for a noncommercial purpose;

(b) no fee or other consideration of value is charged, received, expected, or contemplated
for the services rendered beyond an amount necessary to cover the proportionate cost of
malpractice insurance; and
(c) the individual does not otherwise engage in unlawful or unprofessional conduct; and
(3) an individual who is appointed to a faculty position at an accredited dental school may practice
dentistry within the scope of the individual's employment at the accredited dental school or at a
hospital or clinic affiliated with the accredited dental school if the individual:
(a) holds a license to practice dentistry in another jurisdiction;
(b) is permitted to the work in the United States under federal immigration law; and
(c)
(i)
(A) successfully completes Part I and Part II of the National Board Dental Examination; and
(B) holds a degree in a dental specialty area, as defined by the division by rule made in
accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act;
(ii)
(A) holds a certificate, master's degree, or doctorate degree from an accredited higher
education or dental education institution in an area that supports dental education; and
(B) practices only under the supervision of an individual licensed as a dentist under this
chapter; or
(iii)
(A) has established expertise in an area of dentistry that is recognized by a United States
higher education or dental education institution or by a national professional board or
association; and
(B) practices only under the supervision of an individual licensed as a dentist under this
chapter.

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