Business and Professions Code section 1741


As used in this article:

(a)

“Board” means the Dental Board of California.

(b)

“Direct supervision” means supervision of dental procedures based on instructions given by a licensed dentist, who must be physically present in the treatment facility during the performance of those procedures.
(c)“General supervision” means supervision of dental procedures based on instructions given by a licensed dentist but not requiring the physical presence of the supervising dentist during the performance of those procedures.
Last Updated

Apr. 24, 2025

§ 1741’s source at ca​.gov