§ 4-402. Requirements for performing dental laboratory work; exceptions

   (a) In general. -- Except as otherwise provided in this subtitle, a person other than a licensed dentist may not do dental laboratory work unless the person:

   (1) Works under a work authorization that meets the requirements of § 4-403 of this subtitle; and

   (2) Uses casts or models made from impressions taken by a licensed dentist.

(b) Exceptions. -- The requirements of this subtitle that relate to work authorizations do not apply to:

   (1) A dental laboratory on the premises of a dental office that is used only by the licensed dentists practicing in the office; or

   (2) A dental student, dental technician, or student dental technician while doing dental laboratory work at the educational institution, hospital, or clinic with which the individual is associated.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 32, § 25; 1981, ch. 8, § 2; 1990, ch. 6, § 11.