Course 1: California Dental Practice Act, 7th Edition (Mandatory) 2 CE Hours
Release Date : January 9, 2024
Expiration Date : January 9, 2027
Faculty Mark Szarejko, DDS, FAGD , received his dental degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School of Dentistry in 1985 and fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1994. He has been an examiner for the State of Florida Dental and Dental Hygiene Licensure Examinations since 1994. He has also served as an expert witness for the State of Florida and for private companies. He has authored and edited many dental continuing education courses and has given presentations on varied dental topics to local, regional, and national audiences. He has served as a dentist in the county correctional system for nearly half of his career,
where the incidence of HIV/AIDS is much higher relative to that of the general population. The surgical and nonsurgical dental treatment of HIV/AIDS patients is a common occurrence in this setting, allowing him to have a unique perspective of the oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS patients and their dental treatment. Mark Szarejko has no significant financial or other conflicts of interest pertaining to this course. *This course updates the previous edition, authored by Arthur W. Curley, JD.
How to receive credit ● Read the entire course online or in print.
● Provide required personal information and payment information. ● Complete the mandatory Course Evaluation. ● Print your Certificate of Completion.
● Answer the final examination questions at the end of the course (a passing grade of 75% is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
Disclosures Resolution of conflict of interest
Sponsorship/commercial support and non-endorsement It is the policy of Colibri Healthcare, LLC not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity. Disclaimer The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider
relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2024: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing, but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers. AGD Subject Code - 563. This course meets the Dental Board of California's requirements for 2 units of continuing education. INTRODUCTION Learning outcomes
Describe the citations, fines, revocations, and suspensions that may be imposed on dental professionals. Identify elements and conditions of informed consent. Describe malpractice claims arising from violations of laws and codes of ethics. Identify the regulations on dental advertising. Describe dental professionals’ mandatory reporter obligations and their role in identifying abuse. Explain the poster requirements for California dental practices. Business and Professions Code) is the set of regulations that governs dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants. The Dental Board of California, the Dental Hygiene Board of California, and the California Department of Consumer
After completing this course, the learner will be able to: List the agencies regulating dental practice in California. Describe the scope of practice and initial licensing requirements of dentists and dental auxiliaries in California. Describe the requirements for licensing renewal of dental professionals in California. Outline the prescription privileges of dental professionals in California. Course overview The profession of dentistry in California is regulated by the California Department of Consumer Affairs, the Dental Board of California, and the Dental Hygiene Board of California. The Dental Practice Act (part of the California
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