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MN DENTAL JURISPRUDENCE EXAM NEW UPDATE
2025/2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ACTUAL TEST WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTION/100% VERIFIED, GRADED A+
Q1
Which governing body regulates the practice of dentistry in Minnesota?
A. Minnesota Dental Association
B. Minnesota Department of Health
C. Minnesota Board of Dentistry
D. American Dental Association
Correct Answer: C. Minnesota Board of Dentistry
Rationale: The Minnesota Board of Dentistry is the official regulatory body
overseeing dentists, dental hygienists, and assistants.
Q2
In Minnesota, how often must a dentist renew their professional license?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years (biennially)
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
Correct Answer: B. Every 2 years
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Rationale: Licenses are renewed biennially with continuing education
requirements.
Q3
What is the minimum continuing education (CE) requirement for Minnesota-
licensed dentists per cycle?
A. 10 hours
B. 25 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 75 hours
Correct Answer: C. 50 hours
Rationale: Dentists must complete at least 50 CE hours every 2 years, including
infection control and record-keeping topics.
Q4
Which of the following is considered unprofessional conduct under MN dental
law?
A. Advertising office hours online
B. Delegating irreversible procedures to an unlicensed person
C. Using universal precautions
D. Documenting treatment plans
Correct Answer: B. Delegating irreversible procedures to an unlicensed
person
Rationale: Only licensed professionals may perform irreversible dental procedures.
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Q5
A licensed dental hygienist in MN may perform which of the following without the
dentist present (general supervision)?
A. Extracting a tooth
B. Scaling and root planing
C. Administering general anesthesia
D. Diagnosing caries
Correct Answer: B. Scaling and root planing
Rationale: Hygienists can perform preventive/therapeutic services under general
supervision, but cannot diagnose or extract teeth.
Q6
Which of the following must be displayed in every dental office in MN?
A. Dentist’s DEA certificate
B. License and registration of all dental providers
C. Dental school diplomas
D. CE course completion certificates
Correct Answer: B. License and registration of all dental providers
Rationale: Current professional licenses must be visibly displayed for patients.
Q7
Which is the minimum age for obtaining a dental assistant license in Minnesota?
A. 16 years
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B. 18 years
C. 20 years
D. 21 years
Correct Answer: B. 18 years
Rationale: Applicants must be at least 18 and complete an accredited dental
assisting program or equivalent training.
Q8
In Minnesota, how long must dental records be kept after the last patient visit?
A. 3 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
D. 10 years
Correct Answer: C. 7 years
Rationale: State law requires records retention for at least 7 years.
Q9
Which of the following is required before a dentist can administer conscious
sedation in MN?
A. Only a CPR certificate
B. A state sedation/anesthesia permit
C. Approval from the ADA
D. Hospital privileges
Correct Answer: B. A state sedation/anesthesia permit
MN DENTAL JURISPRUDENCE EXAM NEW UPDATE
2025/2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ACTUAL TEST WITH
COMPLETE SOLUTION/100% VERIFIED, GRADED A+
Q1
Which governing body regulates the practice of dentistry in Minnesota?
A. Minnesota Dental Association
B. Minnesota Department of Health
C. Minnesota Board of Dentistry
D. American Dental Association
Correct Answer: C. Minnesota Board of Dentistry
Rationale: The Minnesota Board of Dentistry is the official regulatory body
overseeing dentists, dental hygienists, and assistants.
Q2
In Minnesota, how often must a dentist renew their professional license?
A. Every year
B. Every 2 years (biennially)
C. Every 3 years
D. Every 5 years
Correct Answer: B. Every 2 years
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Rationale: Licenses are renewed biennially with continuing education
requirements.
Q3
What is the minimum continuing education (CE) requirement for Minnesota-
licensed dentists per cycle?
A. 10 hours
B. 25 hours
C. 50 hours
D. 75 hours
Correct Answer: C. 50 hours
Rationale: Dentists must complete at least 50 CE hours every 2 years, including
infection control and record-keeping topics.
Q4
Which of the following is considered unprofessional conduct under MN dental
law?
A. Advertising office hours online
B. Delegating irreversible procedures to an unlicensed person
C. Using universal precautions
D. Documenting treatment plans
Correct Answer: B. Delegating irreversible procedures to an unlicensed
person
Rationale: Only licensed professionals may perform irreversible dental procedures.
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Q5
A licensed dental hygienist in MN may perform which of the following without the
dentist present (general supervision)?
A. Extracting a tooth
B. Scaling and root planing
C. Administering general anesthesia
D. Diagnosing caries
Correct Answer: B. Scaling and root planing
Rationale: Hygienists can perform preventive/therapeutic services under general
supervision, but cannot diagnose or extract teeth.
Q6
Which of the following must be displayed in every dental office in MN?
A. Dentist’s DEA certificate
B. License and registration of all dental providers
C. Dental school diplomas
D. CE course completion certificates
Correct Answer: B. License and registration of all dental providers
Rationale: Current professional licenses must be visibly displayed for patients.
Q7
Which is the minimum age for obtaining a dental assistant license in Minnesota?
A. 16 years
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B. 18 years
C. 20 years
D. 21 years
Correct Answer: B. 18 years
Rationale: Applicants must be at least 18 and complete an accredited dental
assisting program or equivalent training.
Q8
In Minnesota, how long must dental records be kept after the last patient visit?
A. 3 years
B. 5 years
C. 7 years
D. 10 years
Correct Answer: C. 7 years
Rationale: State law requires records retention for at least 7 years.
Q9
Which of the following is required before a dentist can administer conscious
sedation in MN?
A. Only a CPR certificate
B. A state sedation/anesthesia permit
C. Approval from the ADA
D. Hospital privileges
Correct Answer: B. A state sedation/anesthesia permit
