(a) A collaborative dental hygienist who obtains a Collaborative Care Permit I may provide dental hygiene services within the scope of practice of a dental hygienist in the State of Arkansas (17 CAR § 115-1101 et seq.) and delegated by the consulting dentist to children in a public setting without:

1. (1) The presence of a dentist; and
2. (2) A prior examination of the patient by the consulting dentist.

(b) A collaborative dental hygienist who holds a Collaborative Care Permit II may provide dental hygiene services within the scope of practice of a dental hygienist in the State of Arkansas (17 CAR § 115-1101 et seq.) and delegated by the consulting dentist to children, senior citizens, and persons with developmental disabilities in public settings without:

1. (1) The presence of a dentist; and
2. (2) A prior examination of the patient by the consulting dentist.

(c) Prohibited services provided by a collaborative dental hygienist:

1. (1) Scaling and root planing;
2. (2) Administration of local anesthesia; and
3. (3) Administration/monitoring of nitrous oxide.