§ 861 - Definitions
§ 861. Definitions
As used in this subchapter:
(1) "Dental assistant" means an individual registered pursuant to section 863 of this chapter to assist a dentist with dental duties directly relating to the care and treatment of patients.
(2) "Board" means the board of dental examiners.
(3) "Director" means the director of the office of professional regulation.
(4) "Direct supervision" means supervision by a licensed dentist who is readily available at the dental facility for consultation or intervention. (Added 1973, No. 46, § 2; amended 1973, No. 267 (Adj. Sess.), § 3; 1989, No. 250 (Adj. Sess.), § 4(d); 1993, No. 22, § 3.)