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Dental Jurisprudence Practice Exam (2025
Edition) Purpose: This practice exam is a
comprehensive study tool based on the
Texas Dental Practice Act and the Texas
State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE)
Rules (Title 22, Texas Administrative
Question 1
What is the primary mission of the Texas State Board of Dental
Examiners (TSBDE)?
A) To promote the business interests of Texas dentists
B) To safeguard the health and safety of Texans through the
regulation of the practice of dentistry
C) To manage the financial assets of the Texas Dental
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Association
D) To accredit dental schools in the state of Texas
Answer: B
Rationale: The TSBDE’s purpose is to protect public health and
safety by regulating the practice of dentistry in Texas, not to
advocate for dental professionals’ business interests.
Question 2
The TSBDE enforces which of the following legal authorities?
A) Only the Texas Dental Practice Act
B) Only the TSBDE’s own rules and regulations
C) The Texas Dental Practice Act (Occupations Code, Chapters
251–267) and the TSBDE’s rules (Title 22, Texas Administrative
Code, Part 5)
D) The federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
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Answer: C
Rationale: The TSBDE is charged with enforcing both the statutory
law enacted by the Texas Legislature (the Dental Practice Act) and
the administrative rules the Board itself promulgates. These rules
are found in Title 22, Part 5 of the Texas Administrative Code.
Question 3
How many members serve on the TSBDE, and what is their
composition?
A) 9 members, all dentists
B) 11 members – 6 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, and 2 public
members
C) 15 members – 8 dentists, 4 dental hygienists, 3 public
members
D) 7 members – 5 dentists, 2 public members
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Answer: B
Rationale: The TSBDE consists of 11 members: six licensed dentists,
three licensed dental hygienists, and two members who represent
the public. This composition is designed to balance professional
expertise with public accountability.
Question 4
Each member of the TSBDE serves a term of:
A) 2 years
B) 4 years
C) 6 years
D) 8 years
Answer: C
Rationale: Board members serve staggered six-year terms, which
ensures continuity in the Board’s oversight while allowing for
regular turnover.
Dental Jurisprudence Practice Exam (2025
Edition) Purpose: This practice exam is a
comprehensive study tool based on the
Texas Dental Practice Act and the Texas
State Board of Dental Examiners (TSBDE)
Rules (Title 22, Texas Administrative
Question 1
What is the primary mission of the Texas State Board of Dental
Examiners (TSBDE)?
A) To promote the business interests of Texas dentists
B) To safeguard the health and safety of Texans through the
regulation of the practice of dentistry
C) To manage the financial assets of the Texas Dental
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Association
D) To accredit dental schools in the state of Texas
Answer: B
Rationale: The TSBDE’s purpose is to protect public health and
safety by regulating the practice of dentistry in Texas, not to
advocate for dental professionals’ business interests.
Question 2
The TSBDE enforces which of the following legal authorities?
A) Only the Texas Dental Practice Act
B) Only the TSBDE’s own rules and regulations
C) The Texas Dental Practice Act (Occupations Code, Chapters
251–267) and the TSBDE’s rules (Title 22, Texas Administrative
Code, Part 5)
D) The federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
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Answer: C
Rationale: The TSBDE is charged with enforcing both the statutory
law enacted by the Texas Legislature (the Dental Practice Act) and
the administrative rules the Board itself promulgates. These rules
are found in Title 22, Part 5 of the Texas Administrative Code.
Question 3
How many members serve on the TSBDE, and what is their
composition?
A) 9 members, all dentists
B) 11 members – 6 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, and 2 public
members
C) 15 members – 8 dentists, 4 dental hygienists, 3 public
members
D) 7 members – 5 dentists, 2 public members
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Answer: B
Rationale: The TSBDE consists of 11 members: six licensed dentists,
three licensed dental hygienists, and two members who represent
the public. This composition is designed to balance professional
expertise with public accountability.
Question 4
Each member of the TSBDE serves a term of:
A) 2 years
B) 4 years
C) 6 years
D) 8 years
Answer: C
Rationale: Board members serve staggered six-year terms, which
ensures continuity in the Board’s oversight while allowing for
regular turnover.
