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Key Facts: MT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam
75%
Passing Score
Board requirement
36h/3yr
CE Required
Triennial
$140
Renewal Fee
Annual by March 1
LAP
Access Permit
Public health
Fluoride Rx
LPA Authority
Unique to MT
The MT Dental Hygiene Juris Exam covers MCA Title 37 Chapter 4, Section 37-4-405 (supervision), three supervision levels (direct, general, public health), Limited Access Permit for public health and school-based settings, limited prescriptive authority for fluoride agents, annual renewal (March 1 deadline), $140 fee, 36h CE/3 years (all home study allowed), LAP extra 12h CE, LPA extra 3h CE (fluoride agents/topical anesthetics/nonsystemic antimicrobials), BLS/CPR, Board under DLI Business Standards Division.
About the MT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam
The Montana Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam tests knowledge of Montana Code Annotated Title 37, Chapter 4, Board of Dentistry administrative rules, and unique provisions including the Limited Access Permit and limited prescriptive authority. Required for all initial licensure applicants.
Questions
50 scored questions
Time Limit
1 hour
Passing Score
75%
Exam Fee
Included with application (Montana Board of Dentistry)
MT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam Content Outline
Montana Dental Practice Act (MCA Title 37, Ch. 4)
MCA 37-4-405 supervision provisions, Board authority, administrative rules (24.138), DLI structure, regulatory framework, legislative advocacy
Scope of Practice & Supervision
Direct/general/public health supervision, Limited Access Permit (LAP), fluoride prescriptive authority (LPA), school-based programs, preventive services
Licensing & CE Requirements
Annual renewal (March 1), 36h CE/3 years (all home study OK), $140 fee, LAP extra 12h, LPA extra 3h, 75% juris score, BLS
Ethics & Patient Safety
Informed consent, HIPAA, infection control, mandatory reporting, professional liability, patient rights, standard of care
How to Pass the MT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75%
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: 1 hour
- Exam fee: Included with application
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the passing score for the Montana dental hygiene jurisprudence exam?
The Montana dental hygiene jurisprudence exam requires a minimum passing score of 75%. The exam tests knowledge of Montana dental laws, rules, and regulations.
What is Montana's Limited Access Permit (LAP)?
The LAP allows dental hygienists to provide preventive services in public health facilities and school-based oral health programs under public health supervision. LAP holders must complete 12 additional CE hours every 3 years.
Can Montana dental hygienists prescribe medications?
Qualified Montana dental hygienists may have limited prescriptive authority (LPA) to write prescriptions for fluoride agents. This is a unique provision requiring 3 additional CE hours every 3 years.
How many CE hours must Montana dental hygienists complete?
36 hours every 3 years, all of which may be home study. LAP holders need 12 additional hours, and LPA holders need 3 additional hours on fluoride agents, topical anesthetics, or nonsystemic antimicrobials.
When do Montana dental hygiene licenses expire?
Montana dental hygiene licenses expire on March 1 annually. The renewal fee is $140, and renewal must be completed before March 1 to avoid late fees.