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Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 44 - BODY ARTISTS AND BODY ART FACILITIES › Section 172-44-011 - BODY ART FACILITY INSPECTIONS

Current through June 17, 2024
All body art facilities will receive an inspection that
				  includes compliance with 172 NAC 44-012.
011.01
INITIAL SELF-EVALUATION
				INSPECTION.
Under 172 NAC 44-007, the applicant must conduct a
				self-evaluation inspection prior to the proposed opening date of the
				facility.
011.02
INITIAL ON-SITE INSPECTION.
The Department will
				conduct an initial unannounced on-site inspection within 1 year of receipt of a
				completed application for a facility.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 44 - BODY ARTISTS AND BODY ART FACILITIES › Section 172-44-012 - REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, PHYSICAL STRUCTURE, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES FOR A BODY ART FACILITY

Current through June 17, 2024
All body art facilities must comply with the following
				  requirements.
012.01
DOCUMENTS POSTED.
The following documents must be
				posted in each facility in an area visible and assessable to the public:
(A) A copy of the current regulations
				governing sanitation and safety, 172 NAC 44;
(B) The current inspection report;
(C) A copy of the current license for each
				person practicing within the facility; and
(D) Pamphlets or literature explaining body
				art aftercare.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-001 - SCOPE AND AUTHORITY

Current through June 17, 2024
These regulations govern the licensure of dental assistants and the practice of licensed and unlicensed dental assistants under Nebraska Revised Statutes (Neb. Rev. Stats.) §§
									38-1101 to  38-1152 of the Dentistry Practice Act, and the Uniform Credentialing Act (UCA).
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-002 - DEFINITIONS

Current through June 17, 2024
Definitions set out in the Dentistry Practice Act, the Uniform Credentialing Act, Title 172 Nebraska Administrative Code (NAC) 10, and the following apply to this chapter.
002.01
IMPRESSION.
Techniques used to produce a three-dimensional record of an anatomic structure.
002.01(A)
FINAL IMPRESSION.
A type of oral impression from which a positive reproduction (cast or model) can be formed to enable fabrication of a fixed or removable dental prosthesis.
002.01(B)
PRELIMINARY IMPRESSION.
A type of oral impression from which a positive reproduction (cast or model) can be formed to fabricate stints, stents, splints, bleaching trays, mouth guards, custom trays, orthodontic appliances and devices, and therapeutic appliances or for direct (intraoral) fabrication of a provisional fixed prostheses. A preliminary impression may not be used for indirect fabrication of a fixed or removable prosthesis.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-003 - LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Current through June 17, 2024
To obtain a license, an individual must submit a complete application provided by the Department, provide documentation demonstrating that the applicant meets the licensing requirements set out in Neb. Rev. Stats. §§
									38-1118.02 to  38-1118.03, 172 NAC 10, and this chapter.
003.01
EXPERIENCE.
Submit employment records or a letter from a licensed dentist showing that the applicant has met the required one thousand five hundred hours of experience assisting a dentist; or
003.02
EDUCATION.
Submit an official transcript, sent directly from the issuing institution, verifying graduation from an accredited dental assisting program.
003.03
EXAMINATION.
All applicants must:
(A) Demonstrate passage of the Certified Dental Assistant examination administered by the Dental Assisting National Board with a passing score as established using the Objective Standard Setting method; and
(B) Pass the jurisprudence examination with a score of 75 or above.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-004 - REMEDIAL COURSE

Current through June 17, 2024
Any applicant who has failed on two occasions to pass any part of the practical examination will be required to complete a remedial course in accordance with Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1119. To receive approval of a remedial course an applicant must submit a complete application and the following:
(A) Description of the subject matter of the remedial course. The subject matter for the remedial course must cover the content of the section(s) of the regional or state practical examination that the applicant failed;
(B) Name, title, and qualifications (vitae or resume) of faculty member providing the remedial instruction;
(C) Number of hours of didactic instruction, number of hours of clinical instruction, number of hours under direct supervision, and total number of hours in the remedial course. A remedial course must include a minimum of 15 hours of didactic and clinical instruction, of which at least 10 hours must be under the direct supervision of the faculty member providing the remedial instruction;
(D) A written plan of evaluation for the course, indicating the method of evaluation;
(E) A statement bearing the school seal from the institution providing the remedial course indicating that the course meets the criteria for approval; and
(F) The signature of the faculty member providing course and the date signed.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-005 - RENEWAL, WAIVER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION, AND INACTIVE STATUS

Current through June 17, 2024
The applicant must meet the requirements set out in 172 NAC 10. All licenses and permits expire on March 1 of each odd-numbered year.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-006 - CONTINUING EDUCATION

Current through June 17, 2024
On or before March 1 of each odd-numbered year, each licensed dental assistant must complete at least 30 hours of acceptable continuing education hours during the preceding 24-month period. Each licensee is responsible for maintaining certificates or records of continuing education.
006.01
ACCEPTABLE CONTINUING EDUCATION TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES.
The following are acceptable continuing education topics and activities:
(A) State and national meetings of the local, state, or American Dental Association; local, state, or American Dental Assistants Association; local, state, or American Dental Hygiene Association; or educational programs sponsored by the recognized specialty groups of the American Dental Association;
(B) Nebraska Dental Assistant Association state, local, and study club meetings;
(C) Formal education courses which relate directly to the practice of dentistry, dental assisting or expanded function dental assisting as applicable to the license or permit;
(D) College or University-sponsored courses in continuing education in dental assisting;
(E) Licensee acting as table clinician or lecturer to licensed dental assistants or licensee attending table clinics;
(F) Home study with a testing mechanism. If there is no testing mechanism or certificate of completion, the licensee must submit an abstract or summary of the material covered to the Board of Dentistry. The abstract or summary must be written by only the licensee and will be reviewed. Interactive webinars which include the ability of the participant to interact with the presenter are not considered home study;
(G) Direct clinical observation;
(H) Initial cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification or cardiopulmonary resuscitation recertification;
(I) Faculty overseeing student dental assistant or expanded function dental assisting clinics;
(J) Dental public health continuing education;
(K) Well-being or substance abuse continuing education;
(L) Infection control continuing education;
(M) Practice management continuing education;
(N) Presentation or development of a continuing education program for dental assistants by a licensee;
(O) Expanded functions for which a permit is held by the licensee; or
(P) Participating in a volunteer activity such as Mission of Mercy or equivalent.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-007 - UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through June 17, 2024
Unprofessional conduct is set out in Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-179 and includes the following:
(A) Exercising influence on the consumer in such a manner as to exploit the patient or client for the financial gain of the applicant, credential holder or permit holder, or of a third party, which includes, but is not limited to, the promotion or sale of services, goods, appliances, or drugs;
(B) Refusing to provide professional service to a consumer because of such consumer's race, creed, color, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status;
(C) Providing dental assisting or expanded function dental assisting services contrary to the current statutes and regulations;
(D) Any departure from or failure to conform to the ethics of the "AMERICAN DENTAL ASSISTANT ASSOCIATION (ADAA) PRINCIPLES OF ETHICS AND CODE OF CONDUCT" as published in 2013;
(E) Misrepresentation of material facts in applying for or procuring a renewal of a credential or permit;
(F) Misrepresenting the material facts of one's credentials in an application submitted to a healthcare facility, insurance company, or prospective employer; or
(G) Disruptive behavior as manifested by the credential holder's aberrant behavior which interferes with consumer care or could reasonably be expected to interfere with consumer care, including, but not limited to, the following:
(i) Outbursts of rage or violent behavior;
(ii) Throwing of instruments, records, or objects;
(iii) Insulting comments to a consumer, consumer's family, dental staff, or other healthcare professionals;
(iv) Striking or assaulting a consumer, consumer's family member, dental staff, or other healthcare professionals; or
(v) Poor hygiene.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-009 - EXPANDED FUNCTION PERMIT

Current through June 17, 2024
To obtain a permit to practice an expanded function, an individual must submit a completed application provided by the Department and meet the requirements of Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1118.03, Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1135, and the following:
009.01
EDUCATION.
Provide to the Department:
(A) Employment or staffing records or other reports from an employer(s) demonstrating 1,500 hours of experience as a licensed dental assistant;
(B) Documentation of successful completion, after obtaining an initial license to practice dental assisting, of an approved course for the expanded function permit that has been requested; and
(C) Score reports sent directly to the Department from the issuing institution showing successful completion of one or both examinations taken after 1500 hours of work experience, for simple restoration for one surface or complex restoration for multiple surfaces with a score of 75 or above to demonstrate meeting the requirements of this chapter.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-010 - CORONAL POLISHING

Current through June 17, 2024
Dental assistants may under indirect supervision of a licensed dentist, polish all exposed tooth surface with a rubber cup or brush driven by a conventional slow-speed hand piece, after meeting the requirements of Dentistry Practice Act and the following:
010.01
REQUIREMENTS.
The following requirements must be met prior to providing coronal polishing procedures.
(A)
EDUCATION.
Have graduated from a dental assisting training program which is accredited and includes a coronal polishing course; or
(B)
EXPERIENCE.
Have 1 year (a minimum of 1,500 hours) of clinical work experience as a dental assistant and have successfully completed a course in polishing procedures which is approved by the Board and the Department.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-011 - ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES

Current through June 17, 2024
Additional allowed dental procedures are set out in Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1135 and this chapter.
011.01
MONITORING NITROUS OXIDE.
To monitor nitrous oxide a dental assistant must hold current certification in healthcare cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) from a course accredited by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or an equivalent certification approved by the Board of Dentistry.
011.02
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.
A dental assistant under the supervision of a licensed dentist may perform the following:
(A) Provide infection control practices which meet the national standards for dental facilities as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control Summary of Infection Prevention Practices In Dental Settings as published October of 2016; and
(B) Complete any task or procedure, that does not require the professional skill or judgment of a licensed dentist or licensed hygienist, except the following;
(i) Cutting of hard and soft tissue;
(ii) Irreversible procedures;
(iii) Restorative dentistry;
(iv) Making a dental diagnosis; or
(v) Fabricating a treatment plan.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-012 - REINSTATEMENT

Current through June 17, 2024
For reinstatement, the applicant must meet the requirements set out in 172 NAC 10.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 53 - UNLICENSED DENTAL ASSISTANTS AND THE LICENSURE OF DENTAL ASSISTANTS › Section 172-53-013 - LICENSE FEES

Current through June 17, 2024
The initial and renewal fees for dental assistant licenses are $95 each.
013.01
EXPANDED FUNCTION PERMIT.
The initial and renewal fees for expanded function permits are $25 each.
013.02
ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES.
Fees to add additional procedures to a license that require proof of education and examination are $10 per application.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 55 - DENTAL OFFICE MAINTENANCE › Section 172-55-001 - SCOPE AND AUTHORITY

Current through June 17, 2024
These regulations govern Dental office maintenance as set out
				  in Nebraska Revised Statute (Neb. Rev. Stat.) §
									38-1125.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 55 - DENTAL OFFICE MAINTENANCE › Section 172-55-002 - SPACE

Current through June 17, 2024
In order to maintain conditions of safety and sanitation,
				  each dental office shall contain adequate space for a clinical area, reception
				  room, supply room, toilet facilities, and facilities to maintain sanitary
				  conditions.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 55 - DENTAL OFFICE MAINTENANCE › Section 172-55-003 - WATER

Current through June 17, 2024
Each dental office must be supplied with hot and cold running
				  water in such quantities as necessary to conduct such a dental office in a
				  sanitary manner. Connections shall be made to a municipal or other public water
				  supply system whenever feasible.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 55 - DENTAL OFFICE MAINTENANCE › Section 172-55-004 - MAINTENANCE

Current through June 17, 2024
Dental offices shall be kept well lighted, well ventilated,
				  and in a sanitary condition. All windows, walls, floors, areas used by
				  patients, and all furniture and fixtures must be kept clean at all
				  times.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 55 - DENTAL OFFICE MAINTENANCE › Section 172-55-005 - TOWELS

Current through June 17, 2024
All linen, towels, and similar material must be strictly
				  single service use for each patient. If reusable, no towel or linen that has
				  been used on one patient shall be used on another patient until it has first
				  been properly laundered.
Nebraska Revised Statutes Section
					 71-185.01(2)
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 55 - DENTAL OFFICE MAINTENANCE › Section 172-55-006 - EQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENTS, AND IMPLEMENTS

Current through June 17, 2024
All dental machines and equipment utilizing electrical
				  components must be properly and safely installed, operated, and maintained. All
				  dental instruments and implements which come in contact with patients must be
				  sanitized and any instruments coming in contact with a-patient's bodily
				  secretions shall be sterilized before use on any other
				  patient.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-001 - SCOPE AND AUTHORITY

Current through June 17, 2024
These regulations govern the licensure of dentistry under Nebraska Revised Statutes (Neb. Rev. Stats.) §§
									38-1101 to  38-1152 of the Dentistry Practice Act and the Uniform Credentialing Act.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-002 - DEFINITIONS

Current through June 17, 2024
Definitions set out in the Dentistry Practice Act, the Uniform Credentialing Act, Title 172 Nebraska Administrative Code (NAC) 10, 172 NAC 53, and 172 NAC 57 apply to this chapter.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-003 - LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Current through June 17, 2024
To obtain a temporary license or an initial license, an individual must submit a complete application provided by the Department, provide documentation demonstrating that the applicant meets the licensing requirements of Neb. Rev. Stat. §§
									38-1117 or  38-1120, Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-131, 172 NAC 10, and these regulations.
003.01
EXAMINATION.
Applicants must meet the requirements of Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1117 by:
(A) Passage of the Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations (JCNDE) licensure examination with a score of 75 or above or equivalent as approved by the Board;
(B) Passage of the practical examination with the score of 75 or above on each part of the examination within the past 5 years; and
(C) Passage of the jurisprudence examination with a score of 75 or above.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-004 - DENTAL LOCUM TENENS

Current through June 17, 2024
A dental locum tenens license may be issued under the following circumstances:
(A) The unavailability of a Nebraska licensed dentist due to vacation, sickness or hospitalization, or other similar leaves of absence;
(B) A public health emergency in the state of Nebraska such as incidents of widespread disease, natural or manmade disaster, or similar causes; or
(C) For volunteer dental services such as the Mission of Mercy Program.
004.01
DENTAL LOCUM TENENS REQUIREMENTS.
To receive a dental locum tenens license, an applicant must submit a completed application provided by the Department and meet all requirements set in Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1122 and the requirements in this chapter.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-005 - REMEDIAL COURSE

Current through June 17, 2024
Any applicant who has failed on two occasions to pass any part of the practical examination will be required to complete a remedial course in accordance with Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1119. To receive approval of a remedial course an applicant must submit a complete application and the following:
(A) Description of the subject matter of the remedial course. The subject matter for the remedial course must cover the content of the section(s) of the regional or state practical examination that the applicant failed;
(B) Name, title, and qualifications (vitae or resume) of faculty member providing the remedial instruction;
(C) Number of hours of didactic instruction, number of hours of clinical instruction, number of hours under direct supervision, and total number of hours in the remedial course. A remedial course must include a minimum of 15 hours of didactic and clinical instruction, of which at least 10 hours must be under the direct supervision of the faculty member providing the remedial instruction;
(D) A written plan of evaluation for the course, indicating the method of evaluation;
(E) A statement bearing the school seal from the institution providing the remedial course indicating that the course meets the criteria for approval; and
(F) The signature of the faculty member providing course and the date signed.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-006 - RENEWAL, WAIVER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION, AND INACTIVE STATUS

Current through June 17, 2024
The applicant must meet the requirements set out in 172 NAC 10. All dentistry licenses and permits expire on March 1 of each odd-numbered years.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-007 - CONTINUING EDUCATION

Current through June 17, 2024
On or before March 1 of each odd-numbered year, each dentist holding an active license must complete at least 30 hours of acceptable continuing education during the preceding 24-month period. Each licensee is responsible for maintaining certificates or records of continuing education. A dentist holding a dental locum tenens license is not required to meet continuing education requirements. Temporary dental licenses will expire 1 year from the date of issuance, or when the postgraduate or residency program ends and are not required to meet continuing education requirements.
007.01
ACCEPTABLE CONTINUING EDUCATION TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES.
The following are acceptable continuing education sources and activities:
(A) State and national meetings of the local, state, or American Dental Association, local, state, or National Dental Association, or educational programs sponsored by the recognized specialty groups in dentistry of the American Dental Association;
(B) Attendance at district meetings and study clubs;
(C) Formal education courses which relate directly to the practice of dentistry;
(D) College or University-sponsored courses in continuing education in dentistry;
(E) Licensee acting as table clinician or lecturer to licensed dentists, licensed dental hygienists, licensed or unlicensed dental assistants or licensee attending table clinics;
(F) Home study with a testing mechanism. If there is not a testing mechanism or certificate of completion, the licensee must submit an abstract or summary of the material covered to the Board of Dentistry. The abstract or summary must be written by only the licensee and will be reviewed. Interactive webinars which include the ability of the participant to interact with the presenter are not considered home study;
(G) Direct clinical observation;
(H) Initial cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification or cardiopulmonary resuscitation recertification;
(I) Faculty overseeing dental clinic education of students;
(J) Dental public health continuing education;
(K) Ethics and professionalism continuing education;
(L) Well-being or substance abuse continuing education;
(M) Infection control continuing education;
(N) Practice management continuing education;
(O) Administration and management of anesthesia or sedation for the dental office continuing education;
(P) Prescribing opiates and the prescription drug monitoring program continuing education; or
(Q) Participating in a volunteer activity such as Mission of Mercy or equivalent.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-008 - UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through June 17, 2024
Unprofessional conduct is set out in Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-179 and includes the following:
(A) Failure to keep written dental records and medical history records justifying the course of treatment of the consumer including, but not limited to, patient histories, examination results, test results, and X-rays, if taken;
(B) Exercising influence on the consumer in such a manner as to exploit the consumer for the financial gain of the applicant, credential holder or permit holder, or of a third party, which includes, but is not limited to, the promotion or sale of services, goods, appliances, or drugs;
(C) Refusing to provide professional service to a consumer because of such consumer's race, creed, color, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status;
(D) Prescribing, selling, administering, or distributing any drug legally classified as a prescription drug other than for accepted dental therapeutic purposes;
(E) Use of nitrous oxide or inhalants for other than dental therapeutic purposes;
(F) Giving fraudulent prescriptions;
(G) Maintaining fraudulent controlled substance records;
(H) Failure to furnish the Board or Department, their inspectors or representatives, information legally requested by the Board or the Department;
(I) Failure to submit a written report to the Board as required by Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1147;
(J) Allowing a dental hygienist, licensed dental assistant, or a dental assistant to provide or perform services contrary to the statutes or regulations;
(K) Any departure from or failure to conform to the American Dental Association's (ADA) Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct as published in November, 2018 excluding section 4.A. Patient Selection;
(L) Misrepresenting the material facts of an individual's credential(s) in an application submitted to a healthcare facility, insurance company, or prospective employer;
(M) Prescribing drugs to an individual based solely on answers to questions provided by tele-dentistry without first establishing a proper dentist-patient relationship;
(N) Disruptive behavior such as:
(i) Outbursts of rage or violent behavior;
(ii) Throwing of instruments, records, or objects;
(iii) Striking, assaulting, or using insulting comments to a consumer, consumer's family member, dental staff, or other healthcare professionals; or
(iv) Poor hygiene;
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-009 - INITIAL ANESTHESIA OR SEDATION PERMIT

Current through June 17, 2024
To receive a permit to administer general anesthesia or deep sedation, moderate sedation or minimal sedation at a location, an individual must submit a complete application for each location and meet all statutory requirements and the requirements in this chapter.
009.01
EDUCATION.
An applicant must demonstrate the following:
(A) For a general anesthesia or deep sedation permit:
(i) Fellowship in the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology; or
(ii) Successful completion of an advanced education program that is equivalent to that required for obtaining a fellowship as approved by the Board.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-010 - ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES

Current through June 17, 2024
A dentist may only delegate duties to a dental assistant, a licensed dental assistant or expanded function dental assistant, a dental hygienist or expanded function dental hygienist as provided by Neb. Rev. Stat. §§
									38-1135,  38-1136,  38-1152, 172 NAC 53, and 172 NAC 57.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-011 - REINSTATEMENT

Current through June 17, 2024
For reinstatement, the applicant must meet the requirements set out in 172 NAC 10.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 56 - LICENSURE OF DENTISTS; MINIMAL, MODERATE, OR GENERAL ANESTHESIA / DEEP SEDATION › Section 172-56-012 - FEES

Current through June 17, 2024
Fees are set out in 172 NAC 2 and these regulations.
012.01
ANESTHESIA PERMIT FEES.
The initial and renewal fees for all anesthesia permits is $200.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-001 - SCOPE AND AUTHORITY

Current through June 17, 2024
These regulations govern the licensure of dental hygienists under Nebraska Revised Statutes (Neb. Rev. Stats.) §§
									38-1101 to  38-1152 of the Dentistry Practice Act and the Uniform Credentialing Act.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-002 - DEFINITIONS

Current through June 17, 2024
Definitions set out in the Dentistry Practice Act, the Uniform Credentialing Act, Title 172 Nebraska Administrative Code (NAC) 10, and the following apply to this chapter.
002.01
IMPRESSION.
Techniques used to produce a three dimensional record of an anatomic structure.
002.01(A)
FINAL IMPRESSION.
A type of oral impression from which a positive reproduction (cast or model) can be formed to enable fabrication of a fixed or removable dental prosthesis.
002.01(B)
PRELIMINARY IMPRESSION.
A type of oral impression from which a positive reproduction (cast or model) can be formed to fabricate stints, stents, splints, bleaching trays, mouth guards, custom trays, orthodontic appliances and devices and therapeutic appliances or for direct (intraoral) fabrication of a provisional fixed prostheses. A preliminary impression may not be used for indirect fabrication of a fixed or removable prosthesis.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-003 - LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Current through June 17, 2024
To obtain a license, an individual must submit a complete application provided by the Department, provide documentation demonstrating that the applicant meets the licensing requirements set out in Neb. Rev. Stat. §§
									38-1118 to  38-1118.01, 172 NAC 10, and this chapter.
003.01
EXAMINATION.
The applicant must be able to demonstrate completion of all of the following:
(A) Pass the licensure examination given by the Joint Commission on National Board Dental Hygiene Examinations (JCNBDHE) with a score of 75 or above;
(B) Pass the practical examination administered by the Central Regional Dental Testing Services (CRDTS) with a score of 75 or above or any other regional or state practical examination that the Board of Dentistry determines is substantially equivalent to such practical examination. Scores from any of the licensure practical examinations approved by the Board are accepted for up to 5 years from the date the examination was passed; and
(C) Pass the jurisprudence examination with a score of 75 or above.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-004 - REMEDIAL COURSE

Current through June 17, 2024
Any applicant who has failed on two occasions to pass any part of the practical examination will be required to complete a remedial course in accordance with Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1119. To receive approval of a remedial course an applicant must submit a complete application and the following:
(A) Description of the subject matter of the remedial course. The subject matter for the remedial course must cover the content of the section(s) of the regional or state practical examination that the applicant failed;
(B) Name, title, and qualifications (vitae or resume) of faculty member providing the remedial instruction;
(C) Number of hours of didactic instruction, number of hours of clinical instruction, number of hours under direct supervision, and total number of hours in the remedial course. A remedial course must include a minimum of 15 hours of didactic and clinical instruction, of which at least 10 hours must be under the direct supervision of the faculty member providing the remedial instruction;
(D) A written plan of evaluation for the course, indicating the method of evaluation;
(E) A statement bearing the school seal from the institution providing the remedial course indicating that the course meets the criteria for approval; and
(F) The signature of the faculty member providing course and the date signed.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-005 - RENEWAL, WAIVER OF CONTINUING EDUCATION, AND INACTIVE STATUS

Current through June 17, 2024
The applicant must meet the requirements set out in 172 NAC 10. All dental hygiene licenses and permits expire on March 1 of each odd-numbered year.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-006 - CONTINUING EDUCATION

Current through June 17, 2024
On or before March 1 of each odd-numbered year, each dental hygienist holding an active license must complete at least 30 hours of acceptable continuing education hours during the preceding 24-month period. Each licensee is responsible for maintaining certificates or records of continuing education.
006.01
ACCEPTABLE CONTINUING EDUCATION TOPICS AND ACTIVITIES.
The following are acceptable continuing education topics and activities:
(A) Attendance at meetings of the local, state, or national American Dental Association or local, state, or national American Dental Hygiene Association; local, state, or national American Dental Assistants Association; or educational programs sponsored by the recognized specialty groups in dentistry of the American Dental Association;
(B) Attendance at district meetings and study clubs;
(C) Formal education courses which relate directly to the practice of dentistry or dental hygiene;
(D) College or University-sponsored courses in continuing education in dentistry or dental hygiene;
(E) Licensee acting as table clinician or lecturer to licensed dentists, licensed dental hygienists, licensed or unlicensed dental assistants or licensee attending table clinics;
(F) Home study with a testing mechanism. If there is not a testing mechanism or certificate of completion, the licensee must submit an abstract or summary of the material covered to the Board of Dentistry. The abstract or summary must be written by only the licensee and will be reviewed. Interactive webinars which include the ability of the participant to interact with the presenter are not considered home study;
(G) Direct clinical observation;
(H) Initial cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification or cardiopulmonary resuscitation recertification;
(I) Faculty overseeing dental clinic education of students;
(J) Dental public health continuing education;
(K) Ethics and professionalism continuing education;
(L) Well-being or substance abuse continuing education;
(M) Infection control continuing education;
(N) Practice management continuing education;
(O) Presentation or development of a continuing education program for dental hygienists by a licensee;
(P) Expanded functions for which the licensee holds a permit; or
(Q) Participating in a volunteer activity such as Mission of Mercy or equivalent.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-007 - UNPROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Current through June 17, 2024
Unprofessional conduct is set out in Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-179 and includes the following:
(A) Exercising influence on the consumer in such a manner as to exploit the consumer for the financial gain of the applicant, credential holder or permit holder, or of a third party, which includes, but is not limited to, the promotion or sale of services, goods, appliances, or drugs;
(B) Refusing to provide professional service to a consumer because of such consumer's race, creed, color, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status;
(C) Prescribing, selling, administering, or distributing any drug legally classified as a prescription drug other than for accepted dental therapeutic purposes;
(D) Giving fraudulent prescriptions;
(E) Failure to furnish or refusal to cooperate with the Board or Department, their inspectors or representatives, information legally requested by the Board or the Department;
(F) Any departure from or failure to conform to the CODE OF ETHICS FOR DENTAL HYGIENISTS of the "AMERICAN DENTAL HYGIENIST ASSOCIATION (ADHA) BYLAWS & CODE OF ETHICS" as published on June 25, 2018;
(G) Misrepresentation of a material fact(s) in applying for or procuring a renewal of a credential or permit;
(H) Misrepresenting the material facts of one's credential(s) in an application submitted to a healthcare facility, insurance company, or prospective employer; or
(I) Disruptive behavior such as:
(i) Outbursts of rage or violent behavior;
(ii) Throwing of instruments, records, or objects;
(iii) Striking, assaulting, or using insulting comments to a consumer, consumer's family member, dental staff, or other healthcare professionals; or
(iv) Poor hygiene.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-008 - COURSE APPROVAL CRITERIA

Current through June 17, 2024
The following criteria must be met to obtain approval for all courses except for simple restoration for one surface, complex restorations for multiple surfaces:
(A) Be part of an accredited dental hygiene training program or be provided as a separate course by a program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation or a substantially equivalent accrediting organization;
(B) Be taught by an instructor who is qualified by education and experience; and
(C) Provide the attendee with written verification of demonstrated competency upon completion of the course.
008.01
INTERIM THERAPEUTIC RESTORATION TECHNIQUE.
To obtain approval as a course on interim therapeutic restoration technique the course must include both written and practical examinations to determine whether a student has demonstrated the necessary knowledge and proficiency to perform interim therapeutic restoration technique.
008.02
WRITING PRESCRIPTIONS FOR MOUTH RINSES AND FLUORIDE PRODUCTS.
To obtain approval as a course on writing prescriptions for mouth rinses and fluoride products the course must include written examinations to determine whether the student has demonstrated the necessary knowledge and proficiency to write prescriptions for mouth rinses and fluoride products.
008.03
ADMINISTERING AND TITRATING NITROUS OXIDE ANALGESIA.
To obtain approval as a course on administering and titrating nitrous oxide analgesia the course must include both written and practical examinations to determine whether a student has acquired the necessary knowledge and proficiency to administer and titrate nitrous oxide analgesia.
008.04
MINOR DENTURE ADJUSTMENTS.
To obtain approval as a course on minor denture adjustments the course must include both written and practical examinations to determine whether a student has acquired the necessary knowledge and proficiency to perform minor denture adjustments.
008.05
SIMPLE RESTORATION FOR ONE SURFACE.
To obtain approval as a simple restoration for one surface course the course must:
(A) Be offered as a separate course by a program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation or a substantially equivalent accrediting organization;
(B) Be led by an instructor of the course who is qualified by education and experience;
(C) Provide the attendee with written verification of demonstrated competency upon completion of the course; and
(D) Include both written and practical examinations to determine whether the student has acquired the necessary knowledge and proficiency to place simple restorations for one surface which can include Class I, Class V, or Class VI.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-009 - EXPANDED FUNCTION PERMITS

Current through June 17, 2024
To receive a permit to practice an expanded function an individual must submit a completed application and meet the requirements set forth in Neb. Rev. Stats. §§
									38-1118.01,  38-1130,  38-1132, and  38-1152, as applicable, and these regulations.
009.01
EDUCATION.
Provide to the Department:
(A) Employment or staffing records or other reports from an employer(s) demonstrating 1,500 hours of experience as a licensed dental hygienist in Nebraska or any United States jurisdiction with substantially similar standards or a combination of such experience as allowed by law;
(B) Documentation of successful completion, after obtaining an initial license to practice dental hygiene, of an approved course for the expanded function permit that has been requested; and
(C) Score reports sent directly to the Department from the issuing institution showing successful completion of one or both examinations taken after 1500 hours of work experience, for simple restoration for one surface or complex restoration for multiple surfaces with a score of 75 or above to demonstrate meeting the requirements of this chapter.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-010 - LOCAL ANESTHESIA PERMIT

Current through June 17, 2024
To obtain a local anesthesia permit an individual must submit a completed application provided by the Department and meet the requirements set forth in Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1132.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-011 - PUBLIC HEALTH AUTHORIZATION

Current through June 17, 2024
To obtain a public health authorization an individual must submit a completed application provided by the Department and meet the requirements set forth in Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1130.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-012 - ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES

Current through June 17, 2024
In addition to those permitted by Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1133, and Neb. Rev. Stat. §
									38-1136(5)  a licensed dental hygienist under the supervision of a licensed dentist may perform the following:
(A) Complete any task or procedure that does not require the professional skill or judgment of a licensed dentist except the following;
(i) Cutting of hard and soft tissue;
(ii) Irreversible procedures;
(iii) Restorative dentistry;
(iv) Making a dental diagnosis; or
(v) Fabricating a dental treatment plan; or
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 57 - LICENSURE OF DENTAL HYGIENISTS › Section 172-57-014 - FEES

Current through June 17, 2024
Fees are set out in 172 NAC 2 and this chapter.
014.01
EXPANDED FUNCTION PERMIT.
The initial and renewal fees for expanded function permits are $25 each.
014.02
ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES.
Fees to add additional procedures to a license that require proof of education and examination are $10.
Nebraska Administrative Code › Topic - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEM › Title 172 - PROFESSIONAL AND OCCUPATIONAL LICENSURE › Chapter 58 - DENTAL FACULTY LICENSES › Section 172-58-001 - SCOPE AND AUTHORITY

Current through June 17, 2024
These regulations govern the licensure of dental faculty under the Nebraska Revised Statutes (Neb. Rev. Stats. §§
									38-1101 to  38-1152) of the Dentistry Practice Act and the Uniform Credentialing Act.
001.01 In addition to the requirements of 172 NAC 58, all dental faculty licensees are subject to 172 Nebraska Administrative Code (NAC) 56-009 Initial Anesthesia or Sedation Permit; and 172 NAC 10.