Any licensed dentist licensed in Louisiana of good standing, public school, or federal or state institution where health care is provided may employ a licensed dental hygienist who may perform such duties as may be authorized by the board. A licensed dental hygienist may operate under a licensed Louisiana dentist's direct or general supervision as defined in LAC 46:XXXIII.108, within the limits prescribed by the board in LAC 46:XXXIII.701. The licensed dental hygienist shall be responsible for providing notification to the board of the name and location of his employer.
La. R.S. 37:766
Dental hygienists, employment; operations limited
Amended by Acts 1962, No. 17, §5; Acts 1982, No. 278, §1; Acts 2001, No. 712, §1; Acts 2006, No. 329, §1; Acts 2006, No. 744, §1, eff
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