INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

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A dentist recommends a procedure but is not present. This is an example of what kind of dental supervision?

General
Direct
Indirect
Personal

The correct answer is: General

In this scenario, when a dentist recommends a procedure but is not physically present during the procedure, it is an example of general dental supervision. General supervision means that a licensed dentist has diagnosed the condition to be treated, has authorized the procedure, and is not required to be present during the procedure. This level of supervision allows other authorized dental professionals, such as dental hygienists or dental assistants, to perform the procedure under the general oversight of the licensed dentist. Direct supervision would require the licensed dentist to be physically present during the procedure, while indirect supervision involves the dentist authorizing the procedure but not necessarily needing to be present in the office while it is performed. Personal supervision is a term not commonly used in dental supervision terminology.