IDAPA 24.16.01
This rule applies to applicants, interns, and license holders for denturists.
This rule governs the practice of denturitry in Idaho to protect the public health, safety, and welfare. This rule establishes:
This rule implements the following statute passed by the Idaho Legislature:
Professions, Vocations, and Businesses -
State Board of Denturitry
Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mountain Time, Monday through Friday, except state holidays
11341 W Chinden Blvd, Bldg 4, Boise, ID 83714
Phone: (208) 334-3233
E-mail: DOPLboardsupport@dopl.idaho.gov
Website: https://dopl.idaho.gov/den/
This rule chapter will be reviewed in compliance with Section 67-5292, Idaho Code, and in accordance with the 8-year rule review schedule linked here.
24.16.01 – Rules of the State Board of Denturitry
| 000. Legal Authority. | 3 |
|---|---|
| 001. Scope. | 3 |
| 002. -- 009.(Reserved) | 3 |
| 010. Definitions. | 3 |
| 011. -- 099.(Reserved) | 3 |
| 100. Licensure. | 3 |
| 101. -- 199.(Reserved) | 3 |
| 200. Practice Standards. | 3 |
| 201. -- 299.(Reserved) | 3 |
| 300. Discipline. | 3 |
| 301. -- 399.(Reserved) | 4 |
| 400. Fees. | 4 |
| 401. -- 999.(Reserved) | 4 |
These rules are promulgated pursuant to Sections 54-3309, 54-3310, 54-3311, and 54-3314, Idaho Code. (7-1-24)
These rules govern the practice of denturity in Idaho. (7-1-24)
01. Denture Technician. A person who is limited to making, constructing, altering, reproducing, or repairing of a full or partial, upper, or lower removable prosthetic denture but is not allowed to make an impression or come in direct contact with a patient. (7-1-24)
01. Examination. The Board will accept either the Idaho Denturity Exam, administered by the Board, or the Universal Testing Services (UTS) Denturity Exam. (7-1-24)
a. Idaho Denturity Examination. Applicants must pass both the written and practical examinations with a score of seventy-five percent (75%) or better. Applicants who fail one or both examinations will be required to pay a re-examination fee to the Board prior to retaking the failed examination(s). (7-1-24)
b. UTS Denturity Examination. Applicants must pass the written and the practical sections of the examination, each with a score of seventy-five percent (75%) or better. (7-1-24)
02. Internship. To be eligible for internship, the applicant must have completed the educational requirements set forth in Section 54-3310(b), Idaho Code. During the internship, the supervising denturist must be present and directly observe any intern interaction with a patient. (7-1-24)
03. Internship Equivalency. A one (1) year internship acquired through a formal training program in an acceptable school will be accepted toward the two (2) year required internship for licensure. A person is considered to have the equivalent of two (2) years internship under a licensed denturist who has met and verifies one (1) of the following within the five (5) years immediately preceding application: (7-1-24)
a. Two (2) years internship as a denture lab technician under a licensed dentist; or (7-1-24)
b. Two (2) years in the military as a denture lab technician; or (7-1-24)
c. Three (3) years experience as a denturist under licensure in another state or Canada. (7-1-24)
04. Continuing Education. Continuing education must be germane to the practice of denturity. (7-1-24)
01. Minimum Facility Standards. A Denturist office must be properly equipped to ensure the safe, clean, and sanitary condition necessary and appropriate for proper operation and the safe preparation of dentures. (7-1-24)
02. Maintain Adequate Records. Adequate records mean legible records which contain, at minimum, evidence of information deemed appropriate for patient care and copies of statements of charges delivered or provided to the patient or client. All records must comply with HIPPA. (7-1-24)
01. False Advertisements. No denturist may disseminate or cause the dissemination of any advertisement or advertising that is in any way fraudulent, false, deceptive, or misleading. (7-1-24)
02. Civil Penalty. The Board may impose a fine up to the amount of any economic advantage obtained through the violation. (7-1-24)
301. -- 399. (RESERVED)
All fees are non-refundable.
| FEE TYPE | AMOUNT |
|---|---|
| License Application and Examination | $300 |
| Re-examination | $300 |
| Intern Application and Permit | $300 |
| Initial License | $300 |
| Annual Renewal | $750 |
(7-1-24)
401. -- 999. (RESERVED)