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Florida Dental Law and Rules Exam NEWEST VERSION
ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE JUST RELEASED THIS YEAR
TITLE: Florida Dental Law and Rules Examination (FDLR)
REGULATORY BODY: Florida Board of Dentistry
EDITION: Latest Version
YEAR:2026–2027
TOTAL QUESTIONS:
Up to Questions
TYPE OF QUESTIONS:
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
EXAM FORMAT:
• Computer-based test
• Single best answer
• Scenario and knowledge-based questions
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EXAM DESCRIPTION:
This examination evaluates a candidate’s understanding of the laws, rules, and regulations
governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene in the State of Florida.
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Read each question carefully before answering
• Select the most correct answer
• Manage your time effectively
• Some questions may be unscored (field test items)
• No negative marking
1. If a dentist relocates his practice, which of the following is true:
a. If relocating within the same local area he should post a notice of relocation at his practice
for one month prior to relocation.
b. If relocating out of the local area he should publish in the newspaper, advising patients of
his relocation.
c. A & B
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d. He must post a notice & advertise in the paper, within 30 days, a notice of relocation
c. A & B
32. Presenting a lecture in a course at a dental, dental hygiene or dental assisting school, gives
you
a. 1 hour of CE credit for each 50-minute
b. 2 hours of CE credit for each 50-minute
c. 1 hour of CE credit for each 50-minute;maximum of 15 hours per biennium
d. 2 hours of CE credit for each 50-minute;maximum of 15 hours per biennium
d. 2 hours of CE credit for each 50-minute;maximum of 15 hours per biennium
you get double for lecturing - think of it has having to put in extra work!
33. A dentist can hold himself out as a specialist only when:
a. Has completed a specialty education program approved by the ADA or the Commission on
Dental Accreditation
b. Has passed an examination by a national specialty board recognized by the ADA.
c. The rule is unclear
d. Has continuously held himself out as a specialist since 1968, in a specialty recognized by the
ADA.
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c. The rule is unclear
I disagree with this answer but whatever lol
34. Board approved individual study includes:
a. The initial presentation of material, at a course, conference, meeting etc.
b. Publication of an article or book
c. Presenting a lecture in a course at a dental, dental hygiene or dental assisting school
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
35. Which is true regarding an anesthesia permit holder and biennium continuing education
requirements:
a. Must complete four hours relating to anesthesia, in addition to the 30 hours required.
b. Must complete four hours relating to anesthesia, that may be included in the 30 hours
required.
c. Must complete two hours relating to anesthesia, in addition to the 30 hours required.
d. Must complete four hours relating to anesthesia plus two hours in medical emergencies in
addition to the 30 hours required
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SUCCESS!
Florida Dental Law and Rules Exam NEWEST VERSION
ALL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST
UPDATE JUST RELEASED THIS YEAR
TITLE: Florida Dental Law and Rules Examination (FDLR)
REGULATORY BODY: Florida Board of Dentistry
EDITION: Latest Version
YEAR:2026–2027
TOTAL QUESTIONS:
Up to Questions
TYPE OF QUESTIONS:
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
EXAM FORMAT:
• Computer-based test
• Single best answer
• Scenario and knowledge-based questions
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SUCCESS!
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EXAM DESCRIPTION:
This examination evaluates a candidate’s understanding of the laws, rules, and regulations
governing the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene in the State of Florida.
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Read each question carefully before answering
• Select the most correct answer
• Manage your time effectively
• Some questions may be unscored (field test items)
• No negative marking
1. If a dentist relocates his practice, which of the following is true:
a. If relocating within the same local area he should post a notice of relocation at his practice
for one month prior to relocation.
b. If relocating out of the local area he should publish in the newspaper, advising patients of
his relocation.
c. A & B
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d. He must post a notice & advertise in the paper, within 30 days, a notice of relocation
c. A & B
32. Presenting a lecture in a course at a dental, dental hygiene or dental assisting school, gives
you
a. 1 hour of CE credit for each 50-minute
b. 2 hours of CE credit for each 50-minute
c. 1 hour of CE credit for each 50-minute;maximum of 15 hours per biennium
d. 2 hours of CE credit for each 50-minute;maximum of 15 hours per biennium
d. 2 hours of CE credit for each 50-minute;maximum of 15 hours per biennium
you get double for lecturing - think of it has having to put in extra work!
33. A dentist can hold himself out as a specialist only when:
a. Has completed a specialty education program approved by the ADA or the Commission on
Dental Accreditation
b. Has passed an examination by a national specialty board recognized by the ADA.
c. The rule is unclear
d. Has continuously held himself out as a specialist since 1968, in a specialty recognized by the
ADA.
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c. The rule is unclear
I disagree with this answer but whatever lol
34. Board approved individual study includes:
a. The initial presentation of material, at a course, conference, meeting etc.
b. Publication of an article or book
c. Presenting a lecture in a course at a dental, dental hygiene or dental assisting school
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
35. Which is true regarding an anesthesia permit holder and biennium continuing education
requirements:
a. Must complete four hours relating to anesthesia, in addition to the 30 hours required.
b. Must complete four hours relating to anesthesia, that may be included in the 30 hours
required.
c. Must complete two hours relating to anesthesia, in addition to the 30 hours required.
d. Must complete four hours relating to anesthesia plus two hours in medical emergencies in
addition to the 30 hours required
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