The following words and terms, when used in this section, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
- (1) Irreversible--An act that is "irreversible" is not capable of being reversed or corrected. This term includes, but is not limited to the result of intra-oral use of any laser for any purpose including all or part of a whitening process.
- (2) Didactic education--requires the presentation and instruction of theory and scientific principles.
- (3) Clinical education--requires providing care to patient(s) under the direct supervision of a dentist or dental hygienist instructor.
- (4) Direct Supervision--the instructor responsible for the procedure shall be physically present during patient care and shall be aware of the patient's physical status and well being.
Source Note:The provisions of this §114.2 adopted to be effective October 20, 1997, 22 TexReg 10132; amended to be effective February 11, 2003, 28 TexReg 1179.