A course of instruction for restorative function for dental hygienists must include
- (1) the physical, chemical, and biological properties of dental materials, including amalgam and composite materials;
- (2) the limitations and acceptability of a dental material based on the physical, chemical, and biological properties of the material;
- (3) proper safety when using dental materials, including appropriate infection control and mercury hygiene;
- (4) dental anatomy and occlusion;
- (5) isolation procedures;
- (6) proper placement and finishing of restorative materials;
- (7) assessment outcomes that measure the stated goals and objectives;
- (8) didactic course hours sufficient to meet the restorative course requirements of this section;
- (9) laboratory experience to be able to place and finish all classes of restorations; and
- (10) a required clinical proficiency to establish a demonstrated ability to place and finish all classes of restorations.
(Eff. 3/18/2011, Register 197; am 6/24/2012, Register 202; am 3/11/2016, Register 217)
Authority: AS 08.32.085, AS 08.32.187, AS 08.36.070