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2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.010 - Definitions.

RCW 18.30.010
Definitions.
Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter.
(1) "Board" means the Washington state board of denturists.
(2) "Denture" means a removable full or partial upper or lower dental appliance to be worn in the mouth to replace missing natural teeth.
(3) "Denturist" means a person licensed under this chapter to engage in the practice of denturism.
(4) "Department" means the department of health.
(5) "Practice of denturism" means:
(a) Making, placing, constructing, altering, reproducing, or repairing a denture;
(b) Taking impressions and furnishing or supplying a denture directly to a person or advising the use of a denture, and maintaining a facility for the same;
(c) Making, placing, constructing, altering, reproducing, or repairing the following nonorthodontic removable oral devices, excluding devices intended to treat obstructive sleep apnea or to treat temporomandibular joint dysfunction, where accompanied by written encouragement to have regular dental checkups with a licensed dentist:
(i) Bruxism devices;
(ii) Sports mouth guards;
(iii) Removable cosmetic appliances, regardless of whether the patient is missing teeth; and
(iv) Snoring devices, only after a physician has ruled out snoring associated with sleep breathing disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea; and
(d) Providing teeth whitening services, including fabricating whitening trays, providing whitening solutions determined to be safe for public use, and providing required follow-up care and instructions for use of the trays and solutions at home.
(6) "Secretary" means the secretary of health or the secretary's designee.
[ 2013 c 172 § 1; 2002 c 160 § 1; 1995 c 1 § 2 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
NOTES:
Effective date—2013 c 172: "This act takes effect July 1, 2014." [ 2013 c 172 § 3.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.020 - Examination of patient—Sanctions—Training and licensing examination.

RCW 18.30.020
Examination of patient—Sanctions—Training and licensing examination.
(1) Before making and fitting a denture, a denturist shall examine the patient's oral cavity.
(a) If the examination gives the denturist reasonable cause to believe that there is an abnormality or disease process that requires medical or dental treatment, the denturist shall immediately refer the patient to a dentist or physician. In such cases, the denturist shall take no further action to manufacture or place a denture until the patient has been examined by a dentist or physician and the dentist or physician gives written clearance that the denture will pose no threat to the patient's health.
(b) If the examination reveals the need for tissue or teeth modification in order to assure proper fit of a full or partial denture, the denturist shall refer the patient to a dentist and assure that the modification has been completed before taking an impression for the completion of the denture.
(2) A denturist who makes or places a denture in a manner not consistent with this section is subject to the sanctions provided in chapter 18.130 RCW, the uniform disciplinary act.
(3) A denturist must successfully complete special training in oral pathology prescribed by the board, whether as part of an approved associate degree program or equivalent training, and pass an examination prescribed by the board, which may be a part of the examination for licensure to become a licensed denturist.
[ 2002 c 160 § 2; 1995 c 198 § 18; 1995 c 1 § 3 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
NOTES:
Effective date—1995 c 198 §§ 18-25: "Sections 18 through 25 of this act are necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, or support of the state government and its existing public institutions, and shall take effect immediately [May 1, 1995]." [ 1995 c 198 § 27.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.030 - Licensing required.

RCW 18.30.030
Licensing required.
No person may represent himself or herself as a licensed denturist or use any title or description of services without applying for licensure, meeting the required qualifications, and being licensed as a denturist by the board, unless otherwise exempted by this chapter.
[ 2013 c 171 § 1; 1995 c 1 § 4 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.040 - Exclusions from chapter.

RCW 18.30.040
Exclusions from chapter.
Nothing in this chapter prohibits or restricts:
(1) The practice of a profession by an individual who is licensed, certified, or registered under other laws of this state and who is performing services within the authorized scope of practice;
(2) The practice of denturism by an individual employed by the government of the United States while the individual is engaged in the performance of duties prescribed by the laws and regulations of the United States;
(3) The practice of denturism by students enrolled in a school approved by the board. The performance of services must be pursuant to a course of instruction or an assignment from an instructor and under the supervision of an instructor; or
(4) Work performed by dental labs and dental technicians under the written prescription of a dentist.
[ 2002 c 160 § 3; 1995 c 1 § 5 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.050 - Board of denturists—Members, terms, travel expenses, removal.

RCW 18.30.050
Board of denturists—Members, terms, travel expenses, removal.
(1) The Washington state board of denturists is created. The board shall consist of seven members appointed by the secretary as follows:
(a) Four members of the board must be denturists licensed under this chapter, except initial appointees, who must have five years' experience in the field of denturism or a related field.
(b) Two members shall be selected from persons who are not affiliated with any health care profession or facility, at least one of whom must be over sixty-five years of age representing the elderly.
(c) One member must be a dentist licensed in the state of Washington.
(2) The members of the board shall serve for terms of three years. Appointments to fill vacancies shall be for the remainder of the unexpired term of the vacant position.
(3) No appointee may serve more than two consecutive terms.
(4) Members of the board shall be reimbursed for travel expenses under RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060. Each member of the board shall be compensated in accordance with RCW 43.03.265. The board is designated as a class five group for purposes of chapter 43.03 RCW.
(5) A member of the board may be removed for just cause by the secretary.
[ 2022 c 240 § 20; 2002 c 160 § 4; 1995 c 1 § 6 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.060 - Board—Officers, quorum.

RCW 18.30.060
Board—Officers, quorum.
(1) The board shall elect a chairperson of the board annually. The same person may not hold the office of chairperson for more than three years in succession.
(2) A majority of the board members appointed and serving constitutes a quorum for the transaction of board business. The affirmative vote of a majority of a quorum of the board is required to carry a motion or resolution, to adopt a rule, or to pass a measure.
[ 2022 c 240 § 21; 1995 c 1 § 7 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.065 - Duties of board.

RCW 18.30.065
Duties of board.
The board shall:
(1) Determine the qualifications of persons applying for licensure under this chapter;
(2) Prescribe, administer, and determine the requirements for examinations under this chapter and establish a passing grade for licensure under this chapter;
(3) Adopt rules under chapter 34.05 RCW to carry out the provisions of this chapter;
(4) Have authority to provide requirements for continuing competency as a condition of license renewal by rule; and
(5) Evaluate and approve those schools from which graduation is accepted as proof of an applicant's completion of coursework requirements for licensure.
[ 2013 c 171 § 2; 2002 c 160 § 5.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.090 - Licensing requirements.

RCW 18.30.090
Licensing requirements.
The secretary shall issue a license to practice denturism to an applicant who submits a completed application, pays the appropriate fees, and meets the following requirements:
(1) A person currently licensed to practice denturism under statutory provisions of another state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico, with substantially equivalent licensing standards to this chapter shall be licensed without examination upon providing the board with the following:
(a) Proof of successfully passing a written and clinical examination for denturism in a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico, that the board has determined has substantially equivalent licensing standards as those in this chapter, including but not limited to both the written and clinical examinations; and
(b) An affidavit from the licensing agency where the person is licensed or certified attesting to the fact of the person's licensure or certification.
(2) A person graduating from a formal denturism program shall be licensed if he or she:
(a) Documents successful completion of formal training with a major course of study in denturism of not less than two years in duration at an educational institution approved by the board; and
(b) Passes a written and clinical examination approved by the board.
[ 2013 c 171 § 3; 2002 c 160 § 6; 1995 c 198 § 20; 1995 c 1 § 10 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
NOTES:
Effective date—1995 c 198 §§ 18-25: See note following RCW 18.30.020.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.095 - Licensing requirements—Military training or experience.

RCW 18.30.095
Licensing requirements—Military training or experience.
An applicant with military training or experience satisfies the training or experience requirements of this chapter unless the board determines that the military training or experience is not substantially equivalent to the standards of the state.
[ 2013 c 171 § 4; 2011 c 32 § 1.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.100 - Licensing examinations.

RCW 18.30.100
Licensing examinations.
The board shall administer the examinations for licensing under this chapter, subject to the following requirements:
(1) Examinations shall determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of the applicant to practice denturism. The test shall include a written examination and a practical demonstration of skills.
(2) Examinations shall be held at least annually.
(3) The first examination shall be conducted not later than July 1, 1995.
(4) The written examination shall cover the following subjects: (a) Head and oral anatomy and physiology; (b) oral pathology; (c) partial denture construction and design; (d) microbiology; (e) clinical dental technology; (f) dental laboratory technology; (g) clinical jurisprudence; (h) asepsis; (i) medical emergencies; and (j) cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
(5) Upon payment of the appropriate fee, an applicant who fails either the written or practical examination may have additional opportunities to take the portion of the examination that he or she failed.
The secretary may hire trained persons licensed under this chapter to prepare, administer, and grade the examinations or may contract with regional examiners who meet qualifications adopted by the board.
[ 2002 c 160 § 7; 1995 c 198 § 21; 1995 c 1 § 11 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
NOTES:
Effective date—1995 c 198 §§ 18-25: See note following RCW 18.30.020.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.120 - Requirements determined by secretary—License content.

RCW 18.30.120
Requirements determined by secretary—License content.
(1) The licensing period, administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees shall be determined by the secretary as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280.
(2) The license shall contain, on its face, the address or addresses where the license holder will perform the denturist services.
[ 1996 c 191 § 12; 1995 c 1 § 13 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.130 - License renewal.

RCW 18.30.130
License renewal.
The board shall establish by rule the requirements for renewal of licenses to practice denturism, but shall not increase the licensure requirements provided in this chapter. The secretary shall establish administrative procedures, administrative requirements, and fees for license periods and renewals as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280.
[ 2013 c 171 § 5; 1996 c 191 § 13; 1995 c 198 § 23; 1995 c 1 § 14 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
NOTES:
Effective date—1995 c 198 §§ 18-25: See note following RCW 18.30.020.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.135 - Discipline.

RCW 18.30.135
Discipline.
The Uniform Disciplinary Act, chapter 18.130 RCW, shall govern the issuance and denial of licenses, unauthorized practice, and the discipline of persons licensed under this chapter. The board shall be the disciplinary authority under this chapter.
[ 2013 c 171 § 6; 1995 c 336 § 3.]
NOTES:
Effective date—1995 c 336 §§ 2 and 3: See note following RCW 18.130.040.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.140 - Inactive licenses.

RCW 18.30.140
Inactive licenses.
(1) An individual may place his or her license on inactive status. The holder of an inactive license shall not practice denturism in this state without first activating the license.
(2) An inactive license may be placed in an active status upon compliance with rules established by the board.
(3) The provisions relating to denial, suspension, and revocation of a license are applicable to an inactive license, except that when proceedings to suspend or revoke an inactive license have been initiated, the license shall remain inactive until the proceedings have been completed.
[ 2002 c 160 § 8; 1995 c 198 § 24; 1995 c 1 § 15 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
NOTES:
Effective date—1995 c 198 §§ 18-25: See note following RCW 18.30.020.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.150 - Partnerships with dentists.

RCW 18.30.150
Partnerships with dentists.
Notwithstanding any other provision of state law, a licensed denturist may enter into a partnership or other business association with a dentist, provided that such association does not impede the independent professional judgment of either party.
[ 1995 c 1 § 16 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.160 - Education and training—Nonorthodontic removable oral devices and teeth whitening services.

RCW 18.30.160
Education and training—Nonorthodontic removable oral devices and teeth whitening services.
Prior to providing the services mentioned in RCW 18.30.010(5) (c) and (d), a licensed denturist must provide documentation to the board that he or she received education and training on providing the services. The board must, by rule, specify the education and training necessary to provide the services mentioned in RCW 18.30.010(5) (c) and (d).
[ 2013 c 172 § 2.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2013 c 172: See note following RCW 18.30.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.30 - Denturists. › 18.30.900 - Short title—1995 c 1 (Initiative Measure No. 607).

RCW 18.30.900
Short title—1995 c 1 (Initiative Measure No. 607).
This chapter may be known and cited as the Washington state denturist act.
[ 1995 c 1 § 17 (Initiative Measure No. 607, approved November 8, 1994).]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.002 - Findings—Purpose.

RCW 18.32.002
Findings—Purpose.
The legislature finds that the health and well-being of the people of this state are of paramount importance.
The legislature further finds that the conduct of members of the dental profession licensed to practice dentistry in this state plays a vital role in preserving the health and well-being of the people of the state.
The legislature further finds that requiring continuing dental education for all licensed dentists in the state is an important component of providing high quality dentistry for the people of this state.
The legislature further finds that there is no effective means of handling disciplinary proceedings against members of the dental profession licensed in this state when such proceedings are necessary for the protection of the public health.
Therefore, the legislature declares its intention to exercise the police power of the state to protect the public health, to promote the welfare of the state, and to provide a commission to act as a disciplinary and regulatory body for the members of the dental profession licensed to practice dentistry in this state.
It is the purpose of the commission established in RCW 18.32.0351 to regulate the competency and quality of professional health care providers under its jurisdiction by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing qualifications for licensure, continuing education, consistent standards of practice, continuing competency mechanisms, and discipline. Rules, policies, and procedures developed by the commission must promote the delivery of quality health care to the residents of the state.
[ 1999 c 364 § 1; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 201.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.010 - Words defined.

RCW 18.32.010
Words defined.
Words used in the singular in this chapter may also be applied to the plural of the persons and things; words importing the plural may be applied to the singular; words importing the masculine gender may be extended to females also; the term "commission" used in this chapter shall mean the Washington state dental quality assurance commission; and the term "secretary" shall mean the secretary of health of the state of Washington.
[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 202; 1991 c 3 § 58; 1935 c 112 § 1; RRS § 10031-1.]
NOTES:
Number and gender: RCW 1.12.050.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.020 - Practice of dentistry defined.

RCW 18.32.020
Practice of dentistry defined.
A person practices dentistry, within the meaning of this chapter, who (1) represents himself or herself as being able to diagnose, treat, remove stains and concretions from teeth, operate or prescribe for any disease, pain, injury, deficiency, deformity, or physical condition of the human teeth, alveolar process, gums, or jaw, or (2) offers or undertakes by any means or methods to diagnose, treat, remove stains or concretions from teeth, operate or prescribe for any disease, pain, injury, deficiency, deformity, or physical condition of the same, or take impressions of the teeth or jaw, or (3) owns, maintains, or operates an office for the practice of dentistry, or (4) engages in any of the practices included in the curricula of recognized and approved dental schools or colleges, or (5) professes to the public by any method to furnish, supply, construct, reproduce, or repair any prosthetic denture, bridge, appliance, or other structure to be worn in the human mouth.
The fact that a person uses any dental degree, or designation, or any card, device, directory, poster, sign, or other media whereby he or she represents himself or herself to be a dentist, shall be prima facie evidence that such person is engaged in the practice of dentistry.
X-ray diagnosis as to the method of dental practice in which the diagnosis and examination is made of the normal and abnormal structures, parts, or functions of the human teeth, the alveolar process, maxilla, mandible or soft tissues adjacent thereto, is hereby declared to be the practice of dentistry. Any person other than a regularly licensed physician or surgeon who makes any diagnosis or interpretation or explanation, or attempts to diagnose or to make any interpretation or explanation of the registered shadow or shadows of any part of the human teeth, alveolar process, maxilla, mandible or soft tissues adjacent thereto by the use of X-ray is declared to be engaged in the practice of dentistry, medicine, or surgery.
The practice of dentistry includes the performance of any dental or oral and maxillofacial surgery. "Oral and maxillofacial surgery" means the specialty of dentistry that includes the diagnosis and surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region.
[ 2011 c 336 § 477; 1996 c 259 § 1; 1957 c 98 § 1; 1957 c 52 § 20. Prior: (i) 1935 c 112 § 6; RRS § 10031-6. (ii) 1943 c 240 § 1; Rem. Supp. 1943 § 10031-6a.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0351 - Commission established—Membership.

RCW 18.32.0351
Commission established—Membership. (Effective until January 1, 2024.)
The Washington state dental quality assurance commission is established, consisting of seventeen members each appointed by the governor to a four-year term. No member may serve more than two consecutive full terms. Members of the commission hold office until their successors are appointed. All members shall be appointed to full four-year terms. Twelve members of the commission must be dentists, two members must be expanded function dental auxiliaries licensed under chapter 18.260 RCW, and three members must be public members.
[ 2022 c 240 § 1; 2007 c 269 § 16; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 204.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2007 c 269 § 16: "Section 16 of this act takes effect July 1, 2009." [ 2007 c 269 § 20.]
Application—Implementation—2007 c 269: See RCW 18.260.900 and 18.260.901.
The Washington state dental quality assurance commission is established, consisting of 21 members each appointed by the governor to a four-year term. No member may serve more than two consecutive full terms. Members of the commission hold office until their successors are appointed. All members shall be appointed to full four-year terms. Twelve members of the commission must be dentists, four members must be dental therapists licensed under chapter 18.265 RCW, two members must be expanded function dental auxiliaries licensed under chapter 18.260 RCW, and three members must be public members.
[ 2023 c 460 § 13; 2022 c 240 § 1; 2007 c 269 § 16; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 204.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2023 c 460 §§ 1-22: See note following RCW 18.265.005.
Effective date—2007 c 269 § 16: "Section 16 of this act takes effect July 1, 2009." [ 2007 c 269 § 20.]
Application—Implementation—2007 c 269: See RCW 18.260.900 and 18.260.901.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0353 - Commission—Removal of member—Order of removal—Vacancy.

RCW 18.32.0353
Commission—Removal of member—Order of removal—Vacancy.
The governor may remove a member of the commission for neglect of duty, misconduct, or malfeasance or misfeasance in office. Whenever the governor is satisfied that a member of the commission has been guilty of neglect of duty, misconduct, or malfeasance or misfeasance in office, the governor shall file with the secretary of state a statement of the causes for and the order of removal from office, and the secretary shall forthwith send a certified copy of the order of removal and statement of causes by certified mail to the last known post office address of the member. If a vacancy occurs on the commission, the governor shall appoint a replacement to fill the remainder of the unexpired term.
[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 205.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0355 - Commission—Qualifications of members.

RCW 18.32.0355
Commission—Qualifications of members.
Members must be residents of this state. Dentist members must be licensed dentists in the active practice of dentistry for a period of five years before appointment. Of the twelve dentists appointed to the commission, at least four must reside and engage in the active practice of dentistry east of the summit of the Cascade mountain range. Public members of the commission may not be a member of any other health care licensing board or commission, or have a fiduciary obligation to a facility rendering health services regulated by the commission, or have a material or financial interest in the rendering of health services regulated by the commission.
[ 2022 c 240 § 2; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 206.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0357 - Commission—Duties and powers—Attorney general to advise, represent.

RCW 18.32.0357
Commission—Duties and powers—Attorney general to advise, represent.
The commission shall elect officers each year. Meetings of the commission are open to the public, except the commission may hold executive sessions to the extent permitted by chapter 42.30 RCW. The secretary of health shall furnish such secretarial, clerical, and other assistance as the commission may require.
A majority of the commission members appointed and serving constitutes a quorum for the transaction of commission business. The affirmative vote of a majority of a quorum of the commission is required to carry a motion or resolution, to adopt a rule, or to pass a measure.
The commission may appoint members of panels consisting of not less than three members. A quorum for transaction of any business shall be a minimum of three members. A majority vote of a quorum of the panel is required to transact business delegated to it by the commission.
The members of the commission are immune from suit in an action, civil or criminal, based upon its disciplinary proceedings or other official acts performed in good faith as members of the commission.
The commission may, whenever the workload of the commission requires, request that the secretary appoint pro tempore members. While serving as members pro tempore persons have all the powers, duties, and immunities, and are entitled to the emoluments, including travel expenses, of the commission.
The commission shall prepare or determine the nature of the examinations for applicants to practice dentistry.
The commission shall establish continuing dental education requirements.
The attorney general shall advise the commission and represent it in all legal proceedings.
[ 1999 c 364 § 2; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 207.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0358 - Commission successor to other boards.

RCW 18.32.0358
Commission successor to other boards.
The commission is the successor in interest of the board of dental examiners and the dental disciplinary board. All contracts, undertakings, agreements, rules, regulations, and policies continue in full force and effect on July 1, 1994, unless otherwise repealed or rejected by chapter 9, Laws of 1994 sp. sess. or by the commission.
[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 226.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0361 - Compensation of commission members.

RCW 18.32.0361
Compensation of commission members.
Each member of the commission shall be compensated in accordance with RCW 43.03.265. Members shall be reimbursed for travel expenses incurred in the actual performance of their duties, as provided in RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060. Commission members shall be compensated and reimbursed for their activities in developing or administering a multistate licensing examination, as provided in this chapter.
[ 1999 c 366 § 3; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 208.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0363 - Examinations—Contracts for administration—Multistate.

RCW 18.32.0363
Examinations—Contracts for administration—Multistate.
The commission may contract with competent persons on a temporary basis to assist in developing or administering examinations for licensure.
The commission may enter into compacts and agreements with other states and with organizations formed by several states, for the purpose of conducting multistate licensing examinations. The commission may enter into the compacts and agreements even though they would result in the examination of a candidate for a license in this state by an examiner or examiners from another state or states, and even though the compacts and agreements would result in the examination of a candidate or candidates for a license in another state or states by an examiner or examiners from this state.
[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 209.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.0365 - Rules.

RCW 18.32.0365
Rules.
The commission may adopt rules in accordance with chapter 34.05 RCW to implement this chapter and chapter 18.130 RCW.
[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 210.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.039 - Application of uniform disciplinary act.

RCW 18.32.039
Application of uniform disciplinary act.
The uniform disciplinary act, chapter 18.130 RCW, governs unlicensed practice, the issuance and denial of licenses, and the discipline of licensees under this chapter.
[ 1987 c 150 § 17; 1986 c 259 § 34.]
NOTES:
Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.
Severability—1986 c 259: See note following RCW 18.130.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.040 - Requirements for licensure.

RCW 18.32.040
Requirements for licensure.
The commission shall require that every applicant for a license to practice dentistry shall:
(1) Present satisfactory evidence of graduation from a dental college, school, or dental department of an institution approved by the commission;
(2) Submit, for the files of the commission, a recent picture duly identified and attested; and
(3)(a) Pass an examination prepared or approved by and administered under the direction of the commission. The dentistry licensing examination shall consist of practical and written tests upon such subjects and of such scope as the commission determines. The commission shall set the standards for passing the examination. The secretary shall keep on file the examination papers and records of examination for at least one year. This file shall be open for inspection by the applicant or the applicant's agent unless the disclosure will compromise the examination process as determined by the commission or is exempted from disclosure under chapter 42.56 RCW.
(b) The commission may accept, in lieu of all or part of the written examination required in (a) of this subsection, a certificate granted by a national or regional testing organization approved by the commission.
(c) The commission shall accept, in lieu of the practical examination required in (a) of this subsection, proof that an applicant has satisfactorily completed a general practice residency, pediatric residency, or advanced education in general dentistry residency program in Washington state accredited by the commission on dental accreditation of the American dental association, of at least one year's duration, in a residency program that serves predominantly low-income patients.
[ 2017 c 100 § 1. Prior: 2005 c 454 § 2; 2005 c 274 § 222; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 211; 1991 c 3 § 61; 1989 c 202 § 16; 1979 c 38 § 2; 1935 c 112 § 5; RRS § 10031-5; prior: 1923 c 16 §§ 4, 5. Formerly RCW 18.32.040 and 18.32.130 through 18.32.150.]
NOTES:
Effective date—2005 c 454: See note following RCW 18.32.195.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.050 - Compensation and reimbursement for administering examination.

RCW 18.32.050
Compensation and reimbursement for administering examination.
Commission members shall be compensated and reimbursed pursuant to this section for their activities in administering a multistate licensing examination pursuant to the commission's compact or agreement with another state or states or with organizations formed by several states.
[ 1995 c 198 § 2; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 212; 1984 c 287 § 30; 1979 c 38 § 3; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34 § 34; 1967 c 188 § 2; 1957 c 52 § 23; 1953 c 93 § 3. Prior: 1935 c 112 § 11, part; RRS § 10031-11, part.]
NOTES:
Legislative findings—Severability—Effective date—1984 c 287: See notes following RCW 43.03.220.
Effective date—Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34: See notes following RCW 2.08.115.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.091 - License required.

RCW 18.32.091
License required.
No person, unless previously licensed to practice dentistry in this state, shall begin the practice of dentistry in this state without first applying to, and obtaining a license.
[ 2017 c 320 § 5; 1987 c 150 § 18.]
NOTES:
Finding—Intent—2017 c 320: See note following RCW 18.32.677.
Severability—1987 c 150: See RCW 18.122.901.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.100 - Applications.

RCW 18.32.100
Applications.
The applicant for a dentistry license shall file an application on a form furnished by the secretary, stating the applicant's name, age, place of residence, the name of the school or schools attended by the applicant, the period of such attendance, the date of the applicant's graduation, whether the applicant has ever been the subject of any disciplinary action related to the practice of dentistry, and shall include a statement of all of the applicant's dental activities. This shall include any other information deemed necessary by the commission.
The application shall be signed by the applicant and shall be accompanied by proof of the applicant's school attendance and graduation.
[ 2015 c 72 § 8; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 213; 1991 c 3 § 62; 1989 c 202 § 18; 1957 c 52 § 28; 1953 c 93 § 4; 1951 c 130 § 2; 1941 c 92 § 2; 1935 c 112 § 4; Rem. Supp. 1941 § 10031-4, part. Prior: 1923 c 16 §§ 2, 3, 6, 7; 1901 c 152 § 1; 1893 c 55 § 4.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.110 - Application fee.

RCW 18.32.110
Application fee.
Each applicant shall pay a fee determined by the secretary as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280.
[ 1996 c 191 § 14; 1991 c 3 § 63; 1989 c 202 § 19; 1985 c 7 § 23; 1975 1st ex.s. c 30 § 27; 1969 c 49 § 1; 1957 c 52 § 29. Prior: 1941 c 92 § 2, part; 1935 c 112 § 4; Rem. Supp. 1941 § 10031-4, part.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.160 - Licenses—Who shall sign.

RCW 18.32.160
Licenses—Who shall sign.
All licenses issued by the secretary on behalf of the commission shall be signed by the secretary or chairperson and secretary of the commission.
[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 215; 1991 c 3 § 65; 1989 c 202 § 21; 1951 c 130 § 3; 1935 c 112 § 17; RRS § 10031-17.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.170 - Duplicate licenses—Fee.

RCW 18.32.170
Duplicate licenses—Fee.
A fee determined by the secretary as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280 shall be charged for every duplicate license issued by the secretary.
[ 1996 c 191 § 15; 1991 c 3 § 66; 1985 c 7 § 25; 1975 1st ex.s. c 30 § 29; 1957 c 52 § 25. Prior: 1935 c 112 § 11, part; RRS § 10031-11, part.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.180 - License renewal.

RCW 18.32.180
License renewal.
Every person licensed to practice dentistry in this state shall renew his or her license and comply with administrative procedures, administrative requirements, continuing education requirements, and fees as provided in RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280. The commission, in its sole discretion, may permit the applicant to be licensed without examination, and with or without conditions, if it is satisfied that the applicant meets all the requirements for licensure in this state and is competent to engage in the practice of dentistry.
[ 1999 c 364 § 3; 1996 c 191 § 16; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 216; 1991 c 3 § 67; 1989 c 202 § 22; 1985 c 7 § 26; 1975 1st ex.s. c 30 § 30; 1969 c 49 § 3; 1951 c 130 § 4; 1935 c 112 § 24; RRS § 10031-24.]
NOTES:
Application—1999 c 364: "The continuing education requirements of RCW 18.32.180 apply to licenses renewed after July 1, 2001." [ 1999 c 364 § 4.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.185 - Inactive license status.

RCW 18.32.185
Inactive license status.
The commission may adopt rules under this section authorizing an inactive license status.
(1) An individual licensed under chapter 18.32 RCW may place his or her license on inactive status. The holder of an inactive license must not practice dentistry in this state without first activating the license.
(2) The inactive renewal fee must be established by the secretary under RCW 43.70.250. Failure to renew an inactive license shall result in cancellation of the inactive license in the same manner as an active license.
(3) An inactive license may be placed in an active status upon compliance with rules established by the commission.
(4) Provisions relating to disciplinary action against a person with a license are applicable to a person with an inactive license, except that when disciplinary proceedings against a person with an inactive license have been initiated, the license will remain inactive until the proceedings have been completed.
[ 1996 c 187 § 1.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.190 - Licenses display—Notification of address.

RCW 18.32.190
Licenses display—Notification of address.
Every person who engages in the practice of dentistry in this state shall cause his or her license to be, at all times, displayed in a conspicuous place, in his or her office wherein he or she shall practice such profession, and shall further, whenever requested, exhibit such license to any of the members of the commission, or its authorized agent, and to the secretary or his or her authorized agent. Every licensee shall notify the secretary of the address or addresses, and of every change thereof, where the licensee shall engage in the practice of dentistry.
[ 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 217; 1991 c 3 § 68; 1981 c 277 § 7; 1935 c 112 § 7; RRS § 10031-7. Prior: 1923 c 16 § 15; 1893 c 55 § 5.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.215 - Licensure without examination—Licensed in another state.

RCW 18.32.215
Licensure without examination—Licensed in another state.
(1) An applicant holding a valid license and currently engaged in practice in another state may be granted a license without examination required by this chapter, on the payment of any required fees, if the applicant:
(a) Is a graduate of a dental college, school, or dental department of an institution approved by the commission under RCW 18.32.040(1); or
(b)(i) Has practiced in another state for at least four years; and
(ii) Has completed a one-year postdoctoral residency approved by the commission. The residency may have been completed outside Washington.
(2) The commission may also require the applicant to: (a) File with the commission documentation certifying the applicant is licensed to practice in another state; and (b) provide information as the commission deems necessary pertaining to the conditions and criteria of the Uniform Disciplinary Act, chapter 18.130 RCW, and to demonstrate to the commission a knowledge of Washington law pertaining to the practice of dentistry.
[ 2008 c 147 § 1; 2003 c 57 § 2; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 219; 1989 c 202 § 30.]
NOTES:
Finding—2003 c 57: "The legislature finds and declares that access to dental care is severely hampered by a critical and emergent shortage of dental providers in Washington state. Dental disease is an epidemic among poor children, the elderly, the disabled, and anyone who does not have access to adequate dental care. Dental decay is worsening among children under four years of age, with forty-one percent of the state's head start children needing treatment for dental decay. The lack of qualified dentists poses a serious and compelling threat to the oral health of the people of this state.
Shortages are also due to licensing restrictions that have discouraged qualified dentists from coming into this state. Increasing the number of dentists from other states and from military service would enable retiring dentists in this state to sell their practices to other qualified practitioners." [ 2003 c 57 § 1.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.220 - Certificate available for dentists going out-of-state.

RCW 18.32.220
Certificate available for dentists going out-of-state.
Anyone who is a licensed dentist in the state of Washington who desires to change residence to another state or territory, shall, upon application to the secretary and payment of a fee as determined by the secretary under RCW 43.70.250 and 43.70.280, receive a certificate over the signature of the secretary or his or her designee, which shall attest to the facts mentioned in this section, and giving the date upon which the dentist was licensed.
[ 1996 c 191 § 17; 1991 c 3 § 70; 1989 c 202 § 23; 1935 c 112 § 14; RRS § 10031-14. FORMER PART OF SECTION: 1935 c 112 § 15; RRS § 10031-15, now codified as RCW 18.32.225.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.222 - Commission report—Foreign-trained dentists—Licensure.

RCW 18.32.222
Commission report—Foreign-trained dentists—Licensure.
By November 15, 2009, the commission shall report to the governor and the legislature with recommendations for appropriate standards for issuing a license to a foreign-trained dentist. The recommendations shall consider the balance between maintaining assurances that Washington's dental professionals are well-qualified and planning for an adequate supply of dentists to meet the future needs of Washington's diverse urban and rural communities. In addition to considering the use of standards established by accreditation organizations, the recommendations shall consider other options to reduce barriers to licensure.
[ 2008 c 147 § 2.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.226 - Community-based sealant programs in schools.

RCW 18.32.226
Community-based sealant programs in schools.
(1) For low-income, rural, and other at-risk populations and in coordination with local public health jurisdictions and local oral health coalitions, a dental assistant working as of April 19, 2001, under the supervision of a licensed dentist may apply sealants and fluoride varnishes under the general supervision of a dentist in community-based sealant programs carried out in schools without attending the department's school sealant endorsement program.
(2) For low-income, rural, and other at-risk populations and in coordination with local public health jurisdictions and local oral health coalitions, dental assistants who are school sealant endorsed under RCW 43.70.650 may apply sealants and fluoride varnishes under the general supervision of a dentist in community-based sealant programs carried out in schools.
[ 2001 c 93 § 4.]
NOTES:
Findings—Intent—Effective date—2001 c 93: See notes following RCW 43.70.650.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.390 - Penalty—General.

RCW 18.32.390
Penalty—General.
Any person who violates any of the provisions of the chapter for which no specific penalty has been provided herein, shall be subject to prosecution before any court of competent jurisdiction, and shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a gross misdemeanor.
[ 1986 c 259 § 38; 1935 c 112 § 16; RRS § 10031-16. Prior: 1901 c 152 § 4; 1893 c 55 § 8.]
NOTES:
Severability—1986 c 259: See note following RCW 18.130.010.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.530 - "Unprofessional conduct."

RCW 18.32.530
"Unprofessional conduct."
In addition to those acts defined in chapter 18.130 RCW, the term "unprofessional conduct" as used in RCW 18.32.530 through 18.32.755 includes gross, willful, or continued overcharging for professional services.
[ 1989 c 202 § 26; 1986 c 259 § 41; 1977 ex.s. c 5 § 3.]
NOTES:
Savings—1986 c 259 §§ 36, 37, 41, 43: See note following RCW 18.32.665.
Severability—1986 c 259: See note following RCW 18.130.010.
Violation of chapter 69.50 RCW, the Uniform Controlled Substances Act—Suspension of license: RCW 69.50.413.
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.533 - Unprofessional conduct—Abrogation of copayment provisions.

RCW 18.32.533
Unprofessional conduct—Abrogation of copayment provisions.
It is unprofessional conduct under this chapter and chapter 18.130 RCW for a dentist to abrogate the copayment provisions of a contract by accepting the payment received from a third party payer as full payment.
[ 1985 c 202 § 1.]
2023 Revised Code of Washington › Title 18 - Businesses and Professions › Chapter 18.32 - Dentistry. › 18.32.534 - Dentist health program—Content—License surcharge.

RCW 18.32.534
Dentist health program—Content—License surcharge.
(1) To implement a dentist health program as authorized by RCW 18.130.175, the commission shall enter into a contract with a physician health program or a voluntary substance use disorder monitoring program. The dentist health program may include any or all of the following:
(a) Contracting with providers of treatment programs;
(b) Receiving and evaluating reports of suspected impairment from any source;
(c) Intervening in cases of verified impairment;
(d) Referring impaired dentists to treatment programs;
(e) Monitoring the treatment and rehabilitation of impaired dentists including those ordered by the commission;
(f) Providing education, prevention of impairment, posttreatment monitoring, and support of rehabilitated impaired dentists; and
(g) Performing other related activities as determined by the commission.
(2) A contract entered into under subsection (1) of this section shall be financed by a surcharge of up to fifty dollars per year or equivalent on each license issuance or renewal to be collected by the department of health from every dentist licensed under this chapter. These moneys shall be placed in the health professions account to be used solely for the implementation of the dentist health program.
[ 2022 c 43 § 2; 2013 c 129 § 1; 1999 c 179 § 1; 1994 sp.s. c 9 § 220; 1991 c 3 § 72; 1989 c 125 § 1.]