§ 33-15-119 — Dental hygienists; generally

Any dentist authorized to practice dentistry within the state
may employ dental hygienists who shall be examined and possess
the qualifications provided in this act. A dental hygienist may
perform any services for a patient which are consistent with
what dental hygienists are trained to do in accredited dental
hygiene schools accredited by the commission on dental
accreditation of the American Dental Association. Hygienists
shall not perform any other operation on the teeth or mouth and
shall be regulated by the rules and regulations promulgated by
the board. The above services shall be performed under the
supervision of a licensed dentist. Dental hygienists shall
practice in the office of any licensed dentist, or in any public
or private institution under the supervision of a licensed
dentist. The board may revoke or suspend the license of any
dentist who permits any dental hygienist operating under his
supervision to perform any operations or functions other than
those permitted under this act.