Oklahoma Administrative Code

All licensees engaged in the practice of dentistry in the State of Oklahoma must submit a complete report to the Board of any fatality occurring during the practice of dentistry or the discovery of the death of a patient whose death is causally related to the practice of dentistr…

The Board shall randomly divide all current permit holders into five (5) equal groups. The groups shall then be designated as Group 1, Group 2, Group 3, Group 4 and Group 5. Group 1 shall be inspected no later than December 31, 2000, Group 2 no later than December 31, 2001, Group…

(a) An Anesthesia advisory Committee shall be formed to advise the Board concerning the administration of anesthesia and sedation. This Committee shall have the following functions: (1) Advise the Board in rulemaking regarding anesthesia and sedation; (2) Submit names of dentists…

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meaning, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. These words and terms are as defined in the Guidelines for "Teaching the Comprehensive Control of Pain and Anxiety in Dentistry," approved b…

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:20-1-3 Revoked at 14 Ok Reg 1547, eff 7-1-97

(a) Required training. Every dentist who administers pediatric conscious sedation using enteral methods (includes oral, rectal, sublingual) or minor tranquilizers in anxiolytic dosages to dental patients ages twelve (12) years and under must satisfy at least one of the following …

(a) Required training. Every dentist who administers conscious sedation using parenteral methods (includes intramuscular (IM), intravenous (IV), intranasal (IN), submucusal (SM), subcutaneous (SC), or intraocular) for dental patients must satisfy at least one of the following req…

(a) Required training. Every dentist who administers general anesthesia or deep sedation must meet one of the following requirements:(1) A minimum of two years of post-doctoral training in anesthesiology as described by the American Dental Association in Part II of Guidelines for…

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:20-1-6 Amended at 14 Ok Reg 1547, eff 7-1-97

(a) Every dentist who utilizes enteral conscious sedation (oral, rectal, sublingual) shall be responsible for all aspects of the procedure as outlined in Part I, Section V of the American Dental Association Guidelines for the Use of Conscious Sedation, Deep Sedation and General A…

(a) Every dentist who utilizes conscious sedation by parenteral methods shall be responsible for all aspects of the procedure as outlined in Part I, Section V of the American Dental Association Guidelines for the Use of Conscious Sedation, Deep Sedation and General Anesthesia for…

(a) Every dentist who utilizes general anesthesia or deep sedation shall be responsible for all aspects of the procedure as outlined in Part I, Section V in the American Dental Association Guidelines for the Use of Conscious Sedation, Deep Sedation and General Anesthesia for dent…

The rules of this chapter set forth the requirements for completing and reporting continuing education for dentists and dental hygienists. Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:25-1-1 Amended by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

Requirements for continuing education are listed in Title 59 O.S. 328.41. Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:25-1-2 Amended at 11 Ok Reg 2593, eff 7-1-94; Amended at 13 Ok Reg 2951, eff 7-11-96; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 2347, eff 7-11-03; Amended at 23 Ok Reg 1228, eff 7-1-06; Amended at …

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:25-1-3 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:25-1-4 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:25-1-5 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:25-1-6 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:25-1-7 Amended at 11 Ok Reg 2593, eff 7-1-94; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 2347, eff 7-11-03; Amended at 23 Ok Reg 1228, eff 7-1-06; Amended at 25 Ok Reg 1103, eff 7-1-08 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

(a) Form for reporting. Continuing education credits shall be reported by dentists and dental hygienists on the online licensing system of the Board. (b) All continuing education reporting shall be completed and entered on the online system no later than June 30 that the end of t…

All licensed dentists or dental hygienists who fail to submit the prerequisite number of hours during the reporting period(s) ending on June 30th shall receive a monetary fine. The Board shall send a certified notice at their official address as listed with the board, to all dent…

The rules of this chapter set forth the procedures followed by the Board in investigating complaints and in conducting hearings. Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:3-1-1

The following words, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meaning, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise: "Act" or "Dental Act" means the State Dental Act, Title 59 O.S. §§ 328.1 et. seq. "Board" means the Board of Dentistry. "Complaint" means a written st…

(a) An individual or group may file a request with the Board for a declaratory ruling with respect to the application or enforcement of a rule or statute.(1) The request shall be in writing and signed by the individual or director of group seeking the ruling. (2) The request shal…

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:3-1-11 Added at 11 Ok Reg 4753, eff 9-28-94 through 5-26-95 (emergency); Added at 13 Ok Reg 847, eff 2-12-96; Revoked at 14 Ok Reg 1541, eff 7-1-97

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:3-1-2 Amended at 14 Ok Reg 1541, eff 7-1-97; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 2338, eff 7-11-03; Amended at 23 Ok Reg 1221, eff 7-1-06 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:3-1-3 Amended at 14 Ok Reg 1541, eff 7-1-97; Amended at 20 Ok Reg 2338, eff 7-11-03; Revoked at 23 Ok Reg 1221, eff 6-1-06

In the event the investigative and review panel determines that an emergency exists for which immediate action on a license is warranted, including but not limited to suspension or revocation, the investigative and review panel shall so advise the President of the Board. Upon con…

(a) The Statement of Complaint issued by the investigative review panel shall set forth all allegations of violations of the Act, proposed sanctions and requests for costs and attorneys' fees. The Statement of Complaint shall be prepared by the Executive Director or or by the att…

(a) The President of the Board may delegate any ministerial duties to the judicial counsel who shall serve as the Administrative Law Judge for all preliminary matters. (b) Attorneys representing Respondents shall file a formal entry of appearance with the Board and/or Administrat…

The respondent shall file a written response to the Complaint within twenty (20) days after the service of the Statement of Complaint and notice of hearing. The response shall include either an admission or denial of each material element of the Statement of Complaint. Notes Okla…

(a) The parties may make written requests to the Board for the issuance of Subpoena or Subpoena Duces Tecum to persons desired as witnesses for depositions or for the hearing, and such Subpoenas Duces Tecum for the production of documents for discovery or the hearing. Such subpoe…

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:3-1-5.1 Added at 14 Ok Reg 1541, eff 7-1-97; Amended at 23 Ok Reg 1221, eff 7-1-06 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

(a) The hearing shall be conducted under the Administrative Procedures Act of the Oklahoma statutes and shall be presided over by the President of the Board, with the assistance of the judicial counsel the President shall designate a member of the Board to preside at the hearing …

After all parties involved in the individual proceeding have concluded their presentation, the Board jury panel shall deliberate, in executive session if desired. The Board jury panel shall vote in open session whether the Act was violated by the respondent. The Board shall make …

(a) A record of all hearings shall be made. The record may be made by means of electronic, digital or stenographic means whichever the presiding officer designates. A transcript of the proceeding shall not be prepared except upon written application. The party requesting the tran…

Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:3-1-9 Revoked by Oklahoma Register, Volume 40, Issue 24, September 1, 2023, eff. 9/11/2023

The rules of this chapter establish procedures for the annual registration as dispensers of persons licensed to practice dentistry in this State who desire to dispense dangerous drugs, as authorized by provisions of 59 O.S., Sections 355.1 and 355.2. Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195…

Citations to statutes in the rules of this chapter refer to the most recent codifications of the statute. Notes Okla. Admin. Code § 195:30-1-2

The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meaning, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Masculine words shall include the feminine and neuter, and the singular includes the plural. "Board" means the Board of Governors of Registe…

(a) Dispensing only by dentist. Except as provided for in 59 O.S., 353.1 et seq., only a dentist, who is with the Board pursuant to this chapter, may dispense dangerous drugs to his patients, and only for the expressed purpose of serving the best interest, and promoting the welfa…

(a) Record of dangerous drugs dispensed. A dentist shall keep a suitable book, file or record in which shall be preserved far a period of not less than five (5) years a record of every dangerous drug compounded or dispensed by the dentist. (b) Records to be maintained separate fr…

(a) Registration with Board. A dentist desiring to dispense dangerous drugs shall register as a dispenser annually with the Board. (b) Registration forms. The Board shall provide registration forms. A dentist may obtain a registration form from the Board's office. (c) Registratio…

A dentist who dispenses professional samples to his patients shall be exempt from the provisions of this chapter if: (1) The dentist furnishes the professional sample to the patient in the package provided by the manufacturer; (2) No charge is made to the patient; (3) An appropri…

(a) Penalties. A dentist who violates the provisions of 59 O.S., Sections 355 et seq., or the rules of this chapter, shall be subject to disciplinary action by the Board including but not limited to revocation of license, suspension, probation or public or private reprimand, as p…

The purpose of rules contained herein is to establish proper sterilization, disinfection, and other infection control procedures in the practice of dentistry. Failure of a dental health care worker to practice and maintain these procedures constitutes a significant danger to publ…

The following words or terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meaning, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. "Barrier techniques" means the use of protective items against infection transmission during any intraoral or invasive procedure to include a…