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NM Stat § 61-5A-13 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-13 - Dental hygienist licensure. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. Applicants for licensure shall have graduated and received a degree from an accredited dental hygiene educational program that provides a minimum of two academic years of dental hygiene curriculum and is a post-secondary educational institution accredited by the joint commission on dental accreditation and shall have passed the written portion of the dental hygiene examination administered by the joint commission on national dental examinations of the American dental association or, if this test is not available, another written examination determined by the committee. B. Applicants for licensure by examination shall be required, in addition to the requirements set forth in Subsection A of this section, to pass a written examination covering the laws and rules for practice in New Mexico. Each written examination shall be supplemented by a practical or clinical examination administered by the committee or its agents that reasonably tests the applicant's qualifications to practice as a dental hygienist. Upon an applicant passing the written and clinical examinations, the board, upon recommendation of the committee, shall issue a license to practice as a dental hygienist. C. The board, upon the committee's recommendation, shall issue a license to practice as a dental hygienist by credentials without examination, including practical or clinical examination, to an applicant who is a duly licensed dental hygienist by examination under the laws of another state or territory of the United States and whose license is in good standing for the two previous years in that jurisdiction and if the applicant otherwise meets all other requirements of the Dental Health Care Act, including payment of appropriate fees and passing an examination covering the laws and rules pertaining to practice as a dental hygienist in New Mexico. History: Laws 1994, ch. 55, § 13; 1999, ch. 292, § 3; 2003, ch. 409, § 10. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978. The 2003 amendment, effective June 20, 2003, in Subsection A substituted "degree" for "diploma" following "and received a" near the beginning and substituted "joint" for "American dental association" following "accredited by the" near the middle; and inserted "for the two previous years" following "is in good standing" near the middle of Subsection C. The 1999 amendment, effective June 18, 1999, in Subsection A substituted "shall have" for "must have" near the beginning and inserted "shall" before "have passed" near the middle; in Subsection B, substituted "requirements set forth in Subsection A" for "provisions of Subsection A" and deleted "also" before "pass a written", and substituted "rules" for "regulations", and rewrote Subsection C.
NM Stat § 61-5A-13.1 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-13.1 - Dental therapist licensure; requirements. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. The board shall license as a dental therapist any individual who, in accordance with board rules:(1) provides evidence of licensure as a dental hygienist;(2) provides evidence of having graduated and received a degree from a dental therapy education program accredited by the commission on dental accreditation;(3) has passed a written examination covering the statutes and rules relating to the practice of dental therapy in the state within a time frame established in board rules;(4) has passed a practical or clinical examination on the practice of dental therapy administered by the board or its agent that reasonably tests the individual's skill in practicing dental therapy; and(5) has paid any requisite fees and complied with any other reasonable requirements for licensure as a dental therapist that the board has established by rule.B. No dentist shall supervise more than three dental therapists at any one time. History: Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 9. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978.Effective dates. — Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 19 made Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 9 effective June 14, 2019.Temporary provisions. — Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 17 provided that the department of health shall conduct an outcome report on the first five years of dental therapy practice in the state pursuant to this 2019 act. At a date five years following the date of the first issuance of a license to practice dental therapy in the state, the department of health shall consult with the New Mexico board of dental health care, the New Mexico dental hygienists' association and the New Mexico dental association to compile and issue a report to the legislative health and human services committee of the department's findings and recommendations regarding dental therapy, including:A. its efficacy, effectiveness and cost;B. its impact on access to dental health care;C. the distribution of dental therapists statewide;D. demographic representation among dental therapists;E. issues related to supervision of dental therapists and their scope of practice;F. evaluation of services delivered under indirect supervision; andG. evaluation of services delivered under general supervision for recommendation to indirect supervision.
NM Stat § 61-5A-13.2 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-13.2 - Dental therapy; scope of practice; supervision. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. A dental therapist shall provide care in accordance with a dental therapy practice agreement; provided that the dental therapy practice agreement is limited to:(1) the following activities performed under general supervision:(a) oral evaluation and assessment of dental disease;(b) formulation of an individualized treatment plan as authorized by a supervising dentist;(c) place and shape direct restorations without mechanical preparation;(d) impressions for single-tooth removable prosthesis;(e) temporary cementation;(f) atraumatic restorative therapy;(g) temporary and sedative restorations;(h) extraction of primary teeth without radiological evidence of roots;(i) palliative treatments;(j) fabrication and placement of temporary crowns;(k) recementation of permanent crowns;(l) removal and nonsurgical placement of space maintainers;(m) repairs and adjustments to prostheses;(n) tissue conditioning;(o) administration of analgesics, anti-inflammatory substances and antibiotics that a supervising dentist orders; and(p) other closely related procedures that the board authorizes through rules it has adopted and promulgated; and(2) the following activities that a dental therapist performs under indirect supervision or, if the dental therapist has completed a dental therapy post-graduate clinical experience, under general supervision:(a) preparation and direct restoration of cavities in primary and permanent teeth; and(b) fitting, shaping and cementing of stainless steel crowns on teeth prepared by a dentist.B. A dental therapist may treat a patient prior to a dentist's examination or diagnosis, subject to a dental therapy practice agreement. History: Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 10. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978.Effective dates. — Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 19 made Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 9 effective June 14, 2019.
NM Stat § 61-5A-13.3 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-13.3 - Dental therapy; practice environments. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. A dental therapist shall practice only in the following environments:(1) a nonprofit community dental organization;(2) a health facility operated by the federal Indian health service;(3) a health facility that a tribe operates under Section 638 of the federal Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act;(4) a federally qualified health center;(5) a facility certified by the federal centers for medicare and medicaid services as a "federally qualified health center look-alike" facility;(6) a private residence or a facility in which an individual receives long-term community-based services under the state's medicaid program;(7) a long-term care facility;(8) a private residence, when exclusively to treat an individual who, due to disease, disability or condition, is unable to receive care in a dental facility; or(9) an educational institution engaged in the training of dental therapists accredited by the commission on dental accreditation.B. The provisions of this section shall not be construed to prohibit, restrict or impose state licensure or regulatory requirements or obligations on the practice of dental therapy:(1) on tribal lands; or(2) by a dental therapist who is employed by a tribal health program, a federal Indian health program or a federally operated Indian health service health care site. History: Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 11. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978.Effective dates. — Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 19 made Laws 2019, ch. 107, § 9 effective June 14, 2019.
NM Stat § 61-5A-14 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-14 - Temporary licensure. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

The board or the committee may issue a temporary license to practice dentistry or dental hygiene to any applicant who is licensed to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in another state or territory of the United States and who is otherwise qualified to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in this state. The following provisions shall apply: A. the applicant shall hold a valid license in good standing in another state or territory of the United States; B. the applicant shall practice dentistry or dental hygiene under the sponsorship of or in association with a licensed New Mexico dentist or dental hygienist; C. the temporary license may be issued for those activities as stipulated by the board or committee in the rules of the board. It may be issued upon written application of the applicant when accompanied by such proof of qualifications as the secretary-treasurer of the board or committee, in his discretion, may require. Temporary licensees shall engage in only those activities specified on the temporary license for the time designated, and the temporary license shall identify the licensed New Mexico dentist or dental hygienist who will sponsor or associate with the applicant during the time the applicant practices dentistry or dental hygiene in New Mexico; D. the sponsoring or associating dentist or dental hygienist shall submit an affidavit attesting to the qualifications of the applicant and the activities the applicant will perform; E. the temporary license shall be issued for a period not to exceed twelve months and may be renewed upon application and payment of required fees; F. the application for a temporary license under this section shall be accompanied by a license fee; and G. the temporary licensee shall be required to comply with the Dental Health Care Act and all rules promulgated pursuant thereto. History: Laws 1994, ch. 55, § 14; 2003, ch. 409, § 11. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978. The 2003 amendment, effective June 20, 2003, deleted "secretary-treasurer of the" following "The" near the beginning of the first paragraph; substituted "renewed" for "reviewed" following "and may be" near the middle of Subsection E; and deleted "and regulations" following "and all rules" near the end of Subsection G.
NM Stat § 61-5A-15 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-15 - Content of licenses and certificates; display of licenses and certificates. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. All dental licenses issued by the board shall bear:(1) a serial number;(2) the full name of the licensee;(3) the date of issue;(4) the seal of the board;(5) if the license is a specialty license, the specialty to which practice is limited;(6) the signatures of a majority of the board members; and(7) the attestation of the board president and secretary.B. All dental therapy licenses issued by the board shall bear:(1) a serial number;(2) the full name of the licensee;(3) the date of issue;(4) the seal of the board;(5) the signatures of a majority of the board members; and(6) the attestation of the board president and secretary.C. All dental hygienist licenses issued by the board shall bear:(1) a serial number;(2) the full name of the licensee;(3) the date of issue;(4) the seal of the board;(5) the signatures of a majority of the committee members; and(6) the attestation of the board president and secretary.D. Certificates issued to dental assistants shall bear:(1) a serial number;(2) the full name of the assistant;(3) the date of issue;(4) the date of expiration;(5) the expanded functions certified to perform; and(6) the attestation of the board secretary.E. All licenses and certificates shall be displayed in a conspicuous place in the office where the holder practices. The license or certificate shall, upon request, be exhibited to any of the members of the board, the committee or its authorized agent. History: Laws 1994, ch. 55, § 15; 2019, ch. 107, § 4. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978. The 2019 amendment, effective June 14, 2019, listed the required contents of a dental therapy license; in the section heading, deleted "license; renewal; retire license" and added "licenses and certificates"; and added a new Subsection B and redesignated the succeeding subsections accordingly.State's legitimate interest in licensing persons to practice dentistry or dental hygiene is to assure that the individual is competent. 1980 Op. Att'y Gen. No. 80-20. Am. Jur. 2d, A.L.R. and C.J.S. references. — Constitutionality, construction and application of statute relating to dental hygienists, 11 A.L.R.2d 724. 70 C.J.S. Physicians, Surgeons, and Other Health-Care Providers §§ 7, 19, 20.
NM Stat § 61-5A-20 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-20 - Fees. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

Except as provided in Section 61-1-34 NMSA 1978, the board and the committee shall establish a schedule of reasonable fees not to exceed the following: ||         Dentists   Dental Hygienists  || A.   licensure by examination   $1,500   $1,000      || B.   licensure by credential   $3,000   $1,500      || C.   specialty license by examination   $1,500          || D.   specialty license by credential   $3,000          || E.   temporary license              ||         48 hours   $ 50   $ 50      ||         six months   $ 300   $ 200      ||         12 months   $ 450   $ 300      || F.   application for certification in local anesthesia        $ 40      || G.   examination in local anesthesia       $ 150      || H.   triennial license renewal   $ 600   $ 450      || I.   late renewal   $ 100   $ 100      || J.   reinstatement of license   $ 450   $ 300      || K.   administrative fees   $ 300   $ 300      || L.   impaired dentist or dental hygienist    $ 150    $ 75      || M.   assistant, expanded-function dental auxiliary or community dental health coordinator certificate        $ 100      || N.   application for certification for collaborative practice        $ 150      || O.   annual renewal for collaborative practice        $ 50      || P.   application for inactive status   $ 50   $ 50      || Q.   triennial renewal of inactive license    $ 90    $ 90      ||             Non-dentist Owners  || R.   non-dentist owners license (initial)       $ 300      || S.   non-dentist owners license triennial renewal   $ 150      ||         Dental Therapists  || T.   dental therapist license (initial)   $1,000      || U.   dental therapist license triennial renewal   $ 300.      |History: Laws 1994, ch. 55, § 20; 2003, ch. 409, § 16; 2011, ch. 113, § 12; 2019, ch. 107, § 7; 2020, ch. 6, § 13.ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978. The 2020 amendment, effective July 1, 2020, provided an exception to the licensure fee for qualified military service members, their spouses and dependent children, and for certain veterans; and in the introductory clause, and added "Except as provided in Section 61-1-34 NMSA 1978".The 2019 amendment, effective June 14, 2019, provided a schedule of fees for dental therapy licenses and license renewals; after Subsection S, added the heading "Dental Therapists", and added new Subsections T and U.The 2011 amendment, effective June 17, 2011, imposed a fee for expanded-function dental auxiliary and community dental health coordinator certificates. The 2003 amendment, effective June 20, 2003, substituted "600" for "450" and "450" for "300" in Subsection H; substituted "300" for "200" and "300" for "200" in Subsection K; and added Subsections N through S.
NM Stat § 61-5A-22 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-22 - Anesthesia administration. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. The board shall establish rules or regulations pertaining to the administration of nitrous oxide analgesia, conscious sedation, deep sedation and general anesthesia by dentists. B. The board or its agent may evaluate credentials, facilities, equipment, personnel and procedures prior to issuing permits to allow the administration of agents that are utilized in providing analgesia, sedation or general anesthesia and may re-evaluate the same at its discretion. C. The board may suspend or revoke the license of any dentist who fails to comply with anesthesia related rules or regulations of the board. History: Laws 1994, ch. 55, § 22. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978.
NM Stat § 61-5A-23 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-23 - Reporting of settlements and judgments; professional review actions; immunity from civil damages. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. All entities that make payments under a policy of insurance, self-insurance or otherwise in settlement or satisfaction of a judgment in a dental malpractice action or claim, all hospitals, all health care entities and all professional review bodies shall report to the board all payments relating to malpractice actions or claims arising in New Mexico and all appropriate professional review actions of licensees. B. No hospitals, health care entities, insurance carriers or professional review bodies required to report under this section, which provide such information in good faith, shall be subject to suit for civil damages as a result thereof. C. Any hospital, health care entity, insurance carrier or professional review body failing to comply with the reporting requirements established in this section shall be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed two thousand dollars ($2,000). History: Laws 1994, ch. 55, § 23. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978.
NM Stat § 61-5A-24 (2021)
2021 New Mexico Statutes|Chapter 61 - Professional and Occupational Licenses|Article 5A - Dental Health Care|Section 61-5A-24 - Injunction to stop unlicensed dental or dental hygiene practice. (Repealed effective July 1, 2024.)

A. The attorney general, district attorney, the board, the committee or any citizen of any county where any person practices dentistry or dental hygiene without possessing a valid license to do so may, in accordance with the laws of New Mexico governing injunctions, maintain an action in the name of the state. To enjoin such person from practicing dentistry or dental hygiene until a valid license to practice dentistry or dental hygiene is secured and any person who has been enjoined who violates the injunction shall be punished for contempt of court, provided that the injunction does not relieve any person practicing dentistry or dental hygiene without a valid license from a criminal prosecution therefore as provided by law. B. In charging any person in a complaint for injunction, or in an affidavit, information or indictment with practicing dentistry or dental hygiene without a valid license, it is sufficient to charge that the person did, upon a certain day and in a certain county, engage in the practice of dentistry or dental hygiene without a valid license, without averring any further or more particular facts concerning the same. History: Laws 1994, ch. 55, § 24. ANNOTATIONSDelayed repeals. — For delayed repeal of this section, see 61-5A-30 NMSA 1978. Cross references. — For injunctions generally, see Rules 1-065 and 1-066 NMRA. Dentists may form a professional corporation for the practice of dentistry so long as the name of the corporation contains all of the names of the members of the professional corporation plus the words "professional corporation" or some other word or abbreviation of a word authorized by the Professional Corporations Act. 1969 Op. Att'y Gen. No. 69-63. Am. Jur. 2d, A.L.R. and C.J.S. references. — 61 Am. Jur. 2d Physicians, Surgeons and Other Healers § 87. Unlicensed dentist's right to recover for services, 30 A.L.R. 860, 42 A.L.R. 1226, 118 A.L.R. 646. Right of one licensed as a regular physician to practice dentistry, 86 A.L.R. 624. Corporation or individual not himself licensed, right to practice dentistry through licensed employees, 103 A.L.R. 1240. Constitutionality and construction of statutes or regulations prohibiting one who has no license to practice dentistry from owning, maintaining or operating an office therefor, 20 A.L.R.2d 808. 70 C.J.S. Physicians, Surgeons, and Other Health-Care Providers § 57.