Dental board
Dental Board
The Dental Board (pronunciation: /ˈdɛn.təl bɔːrd/) is a professional regulatory body that oversees the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene in a specific jurisdiction.
Etymology
The term "Dental Board" is derived from the words "dental", which is related to or affecting the teeth, and "board", which in this context refers to a group of people who have power to make decisions and control a company or other organization.
Function
The primary function of a Dental Board is to protect the public by ensuring that only qualified individuals are licensed to provide dental care. They are responsible for setting and enforcing standards of practice, investigating complaints against practitioners, and taking disciplinary action when necessary.
Related Terms
- Dentistry: The branch of medicine that is involved in the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity.
- Dental Hygiene: The practice of keeping the mouth, teeth, and gums clean and healthy to prevent disease.
- Dental License: A legal authorization granted by the dental board that allows an individual to practice dentistry.
- Dental Ethics: The moral principles that guide the practice of dentistry, including the obligations to respect the rights and dignity of patients and to provide care that is in their best interest.
- Dental Examination: A comprehensive evaluation performed by a dentist to assess the overall health of the patient's mouth, teeth, and gums.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dental board
- Wikipedia's article - Dental board
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