034-7 Wyo. Code R. § 7-3

Current through April 27, 2019

Section 7-3 - Practice of Dental Hygiene

(a) The dental hygienist shall:

• (i) Work under the supervision of a qualified, Wyoming licensed dentist; and

• (ii) Be responsible for maintaining a high degree of proficiency in the practice of dental hygiene that is consistent with current educational standards of the profession.

(b) Dental hygienists may work in the private office of a licensed dentist, in the Armed Forces of the United States, in federal or state institutions, in public health settings, and nursing or retirement facilities.

(c) Dental hygienists are encouraged to promote oral health. They may accomplish this through presentations to schools, institutions, groups, or individuals. In no event should these presentations be used for the purpose of advertising or soliciting patients for himself/herself or a dentist.

034-7 Wyo. Code R. § 7-3

Amended, Eff. 11/3/2015.

Amended, Eff. 9/26/2017.