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Which law governs dental practice in Pennsylvania?

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Key Facts: PA Dental Jurisprudence Exam

75%

Passing Score

PA Board

30h/2yr

CE Required

Dentists

Act 159

Dental Law

63 P.S.

2h

Child Abuse CE

Per biennium

April 1

Renewal Date

Odd years

$50

Exam Fee

PA Board 2026

The PA Dental Law Exam covers Act 159 (63 P.S.), 49 Pa. Code Ch. 33, 30 CE hrs/biennium (20h hygienists, 10h EFDA), 2h child abuse CE, 2h opioid CE (DEA holders), infant/child/adult CPR, April 1 odd-year renewals, NERB/SRTA/WREB/CRDTS/CITA clinical exams, and BPOA oversight.

Sample PA Dental Jurisprudence Practice Questions

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1Which law governs dental practice in Pennsylvania?
A.PA Medical Practice Act
B.The Dental Law (Act 159 of 1933, 63 P.S.)
C.PA Health Professions Act
D.PA Professional Licensing Act
Explanation: The PA Dental Law (Act 159, 63 P.S.) and 49 Pa. Code Chapter 33 govern dental practice in Pennsylvania.
2Which board regulates dental practice in Pennsylvania?
A.PA Board of Medicine
B.PA State Board of Dentistry
C.PA Department of Health
D.PA Board of Professional Licensure
Explanation: The PA State Board of Dentistry regulates dentistry, dental hygiene, and dental assisting.
3PA dental regulations are found in which code section?
A.49 Pa. Code Chapter 31
B.49 Pa. Code Chapter 33
C.49 Pa. Code Chapter 35
D.49 Pa. Code Chapter 37
Explanation: 49 Pa. Code Chapter 33 contains the State Board of Dentistry regulations.
4How many CE hours must PA dentists complete per biennium?
A.20 hours
B.25 hours
C.30 hours
D.40 hours
Explanation: PA dentists must complete 30 hours of continuing education credit per 2-year renewal period.
5PA dental license renewal period begins:
A.January 1 of odd years
B.April 1 of odd-numbered years
C.July 1 of even years
D.October 1 of even years
Explanation: PA dental licenses renew for a 2-year period beginning April 1 of each odd-numbered year.
6How many CE hours must PA dental hygienists complete per biennium?
A.10 hours
B.15 hours
C.20 hours
D.25 hours
Explanation: PA dental hygienists must complete 20 hours of CE per biennial renewal period.
7PA dental CE includes mandatory child abuse recognition hours of:
A.1 hour every 2 years
B.2 hours every 2 years
C.3 hours every 2 years
D.Not required
Explanation: PA requires 2 hours of approved CE in child abuse recognition and reporting every biennial renewal period.
8PA dentists with DEA registration must complete CE in:
A.Business management
B.Pain management, addiction identification, or opioid prescribing (at least 2 hours)
C.Dental photography
D.Marketing
Explanation: PA dentists with DEA registration must complete at least 2 hours in pain management, addiction identification, or opioid prescribing as part of the 30 CE hours.
9PA dental renewal requires current certification in:
A.ACLS
B.Infant, child, and adult CPR
C.Dental radiology
D.PALS
Explanation: PA requires current certification in infant, child, and adult CPR for biennial renewal since the 2001-2003 period.
10The PA Dental Law Examination is required for:
A.Only specialists
B.All dental license applicants
C.Only hygienists
D.Only out-of-state applicants
Explanation: The PA Dental Law Examination is required for all applicants for a dental license in Pennsylvania.

About the PA Dental Jurisprudence Exam

The PA Dental Law Exam tests knowledge of Act 159, 49 Pa. Code Chapter 33, scope of practice, CE requirements, child abuse reporting, and opioid prescribing regulations. Required for all dental license applicants.

Questions

50 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

75%

Exam Fee

$50 (PA State Board of Dentistry / BPOA)

PA Dental Jurisprudence Exam Content Outline

45%

PA Dental Law

Act 159, 49 Pa. Code Chapter 33, board authority, disciplinary actions

20%

Scope of Practice

Dentist, hygienist, EFDA roles, supervision, sedation permits

20%

Licensing & Continuing Education

Biennial renewal, 30h CE, child abuse CE, opioid CE, CPR

15%

Ethics & Professional Conduct

ADA ethics, informed consent, HIPAA, mandatory reporting

How to Pass the PA Dental Jurisprudence Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75%
  • Exam length: 50 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours
  • Exam fee: $50

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

PA Dental Jurisprudence Study Tips from Top Performers

1Study Act 159 (PA Dental Law) and 49 Pa. Code Chapter 33 thoroughly
2Know CE: 30h/biennium dentists, 20h hygienists, 10h EFDA
3Review mandatory child abuse CE (2h) and opioid CE (2h for DEA holders)
4Understand the biennial renewal cycle starting April 1 of odd years
5Review accepted regional clinical exams: NERB, SRTA, WREB, CRDTS, CITA

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the PA Dental Law Exam cover?

The exam covers Act 159 (PA Dental Law), 49 Pa. Code Chapter 33 regulations, scope of practice, CE requirements, and professional conduct.

How many CE hours do PA dentists need?

PA dentists need 30 hours per biennium, including 2 hours of child abuse recognition and (for DEA holders) 2 hours on pain management/opioids.

When do PA dental licenses renew?

PA dental licenses renew biennially starting April 1 of each odd-numbered year.

What CPR certification does PA require?

PA requires current certification in infant, child, and adult CPR for license renewal.

Which clinical exams does PA accept?

PA accepts clinical exams from NERB, SRTA, WREB, CRDTS, or CITA regional testing agencies.