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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: PA Dental Jurisprudence Exam

75%

Passing Score

PA Board

30h/2yr

CE Required

Dentists

Act 159

Dental Law

63 P.S.

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.

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

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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.