Legal scope of practice (SOP) for dental hygienists differs by state. Research suggests that broader SOP laws at the state level can improve oral health outcomes.
This infographic illustrates allowable tasks for dental hygienists by each state in the US, to help planners and policymakers understand the differences in legal scope of practice across states, particularly in public health settings.
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https://oralhealthworkforce.org/resources/variation-in-dental-hygiene-scope-of-practice-by-state/
August 1, 2017
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August 1, 2017