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As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meaning as ascribed:

Act – the Omnibus Health Regulation Amendment Act of 2014, effective March 26, 2014 (D.C. Law 20-0096; 61 DCR 3751 (April 11, 2014)).

Board – the Board of Dentistry.

Direct supervision – means that a licensed dentist is physically present and reviews the work of the holder of a teacher’s license in dental hygiene before a patient leaves.

Director – the Director of the Department of Health.

General supervision – means that a licensed dentist is physically present or available by telecommunications device to supervise the holder of a teacher’s license in dentistry.

Licensed Dentist – a person who is licensed by the Board as a Dentist.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 13701 (November 4, 2016).