West Virginia Code § 30-4-9

Scope of practice of a dentist
Open in Lexace · Ask the AI about this section
The practice of dentistry includes the following:
(1) Coordinate dental services to meet the oral health needs of the patient;
(2) Examine, evaluate and diagnose diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity,
maxillofacial area and adjacent and associated structures;
(3) Treat diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and the
adjacent and associated structures;
(4) Provide services to prevent diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity,
maxillofacial area and the adjacent and associated structures;
(5) Fabricate, repair or alter a dental prosthesis;
(6) Administer anesthesia in accordance with the provisions of article four-a of this chapter;
(7) Prescribe drugs necessary for the practice of dentistry;
(8) Execute and sign a death certificgate when it is required in the practice of dentistry;
(9) Employ and supervise dental auxiliary personnel;
(10) Authorize delegated procedures to be performed by dental auxiliary personnel; and
(11) Perform any other work included in the curriculum of an approved dental school,
college or dental department of a university.

‹ Prev All West Virginia sections Next ›


Lexace provides legal information, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is created. Statute text is provided for general information and may not reflect the most recent amendments; verify against the official state code.