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Key Facts: UT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam
30h/2yr
CE Requirement
Biennial cycle
$47
Renewal Fee
Biennial cost
May 31
Expiration Date
Even-numbered years
General
Supervision
Dentist not required
Yes
Restorative
Expanded scope
The UT DH Juris Exam covers the Practice Act (Title 58, Chapter 69), Administrative Rule R156-69, DOPL regulatory authority, general supervision (dentist need not be present), Local Anesthesia Permit (including under general supervision — one of ~12 states), restorative functions, 30 CE hours/2 years with 15h max internet/home study and 10h max teaching, courses in 50-minute blocks minimum, WREB clinical exam acceptance, $47 biennial renewal, May 31 expiration of even years, and Dentist and Dental Hygienist Licensing Board advisory role.
Sample UT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Practice Questions
Try these sample questions to review concepts for the UT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation. Start the interactive quiz above for the full 100+ question experience with AI tutoring.
1Which state entity regulates dental hygiene licensure in Utah?
2Under which Utah Code title and chapter is the Dentist and Dental Hygienist Practice Act found?
3How many hours of continuing education must Utah dental hygienists complete per renewal cycle?
4What is the license renewal cycle for dental hygienists in Utah?
5When do all Utah dental hygiene licenses expire?
6What is the renewal fee for a Utah dental hygienist license?
7Under what supervision level may Utah dental hygienists generally practice?
8Does Utah allow dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia?
9What is notable about Utah's supervision level for dental hygienists administering local anesthesia?
10Does Utah allow dental hygienists to perform restorative functions?
About the UT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam
The UT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam tests knowledge of the Utah Dentist and Dental Hygienist Practice Act (Title 58, Chapter 69) and Administrative Rule R156-69. Utah offers one of the broadest scopes of practice for dental hygienists including general supervision, local anesthesia, and restorative functions.
Exam sponsor: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
50 questions
Time Limit
Untimed (open-book)
Passing Score
75%
Reported exam pass rate: Not publicly reported. Exam sponsor website
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Our practice resources: topics covered
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UT Practice Act & Administrative Rules
Title 58 Chapter 69, R156-69, DOPL authority, Licensing Board role, definitions
Scope of Practice & Supervision
General supervision, Local Anesthesia Permit under general supervision, restorative functions, direct access provisions
Licensing & CE Requirements
30h/2yr CE, 15h max online, 10h max teaching, 50-minute blocks, $47 renewal, May 31 expiration
Ethics & Patient Safety
Informed consent, infection control, HIPAA, mandatory reporting, disciplinary procedures
Preparing for the UT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 75%
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: Untimed (open-book)
- Exam / certification fees: $464 initial license (total) Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
- Work through all 100 available questions
- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
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UT Dental Hygiene Jurisprudence: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Utah's dental hygiene scope of practice unique?
Utah offers one of the broadest scopes: general supervision (dentist not required on premises), local anesthesia under general supervision (one of ~12 states), and restorative functions.
How many CE hours must UT dental hygienists complete?
30 hours every 2 years, with max 15h internet/home study (verified by exam with certificate) and max 10h teaching credit. Courses must be in 50-minute minimum blocks.
When do Utah dental hygiene licenses expire?
All dental licenses expire May 31 of even-numbered years. DOPL sends email renewal notices at least 60 days before expiration.
What is the renewal fee for Utah dental hygienists?
The biennial renewal fee is $47. The total initial licensure cost is approximately $464.
Can UT dental hygienists administer local anesthesia without the dentist present?
Yes, with a Local Anesthesia Permit, Utah dental hygienists can administer local anesthesia under general supervision, meaning the dentist does not need to be physically present.