License Required. A dental hygienist who holds a general license to practice dental hygiene in another state may practice dental hygiene at a temporary dental clinic or for a government entity only after receiving a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license to practice dental hygiene as provided in this chapter. Qualifications for Out-of-State Dental Hygienists. The Board shall issue a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license to a dental hygienist who satisfies the requirements of this chapter. To qualify for a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license, an applicant shall: Comply with the following: Submit a completed Board-approved application with the Board at least 60 days before the date the temporary dental clinic is scheduled to open; Hold an active general license to practice clinical dental hygiene in another state that is not subject to clinical restrictions; and Have passed the North East Regional Board Clinical Examination or submit to the Board a notarized affidavit or other evidence satisfactory to the Board that for the 3 years preceding application the applicant has actively engaged in the practice of dental hygiene for at least 150 hours on average per year; Provide a notarized affidavit to the Board: Agreeing to donate dental hygiene services without compensation for a temporary dental clinic operated by a bona fide charitable organization or government entity; and Indicating that the applicant does not practice dental hygiene for profit in the State; Provide documentation to the Board that evidences that the dental hygienist is covered by malpractice insurance; and Provide current verification of cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification. The Board may require a dental hygienist seeking a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license to: Pass the Maryland Jurisprudence Examination; or Fulfill any other requirements relating to knowledge of the laws and regulations concerning the practice of dental hygiene in the State. An applicant for a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license may not be required to pay an application fee. The Board may deny a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license on the grounds provided under Health Occupations Article, §4-315, Annotated Code of Maryland. Practice Locations. A temporary volunteer dental hygienist's license authorizes the licensee to practice dental hygiene only in a temporary dental clinic providing medical care to the poor, elderly, or disabled that is operated by: A bona fide charitable organization; The State or a local government; or A local health department. Practice Restrictions. A dental hygienist who holds a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license may not: Administer, monitor, or maintain general anesthesia or sedation; Administer local anesthesia by infiltration; Administer block anesthesia; or Administer, monitor, or maintain nitrous oxide oxygen. A dental hygienist who holds a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license may only provide services authorized under the: Maryland Dentistry Act; and Regulations adopted by the Board. Dental Hygienists Licensed in Maryland. A dental hygienist who holds an active general license to practice dental hygiene in Maryland may: Practice at a temporary dental clinic without obtaining a temporary volunteer dental hygienist's license; and Only provide services authorized under the: Maryland Dentistry Act; and Regulations adopted by the Board. General Supervision. A temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license authorizes the dental hygienist to practice dental hygiene at a temporary dental clinic under the general supervision of a dentist who: Is on the premises; Examines the patient at any time during the treatment; and Is available for personal consultation while the services are being performed. A dental hygienist may: Perform an assessment of dental needs; and Provide dental hygiene services before an examination by a supervising dentist. This section may not be construed to: Require a preliminary dental examination or treatment by a dental hygienist; or Prohibit a supervising dentist from either examining a patient or providing treatment to a patient before treatment by a dental hygienist. Expiration and Renewal. A temporary volunteer dental hygienist's license issued under this chapter shall be issued for the duration of the temporary dental clinic only and may not be renewed. The Board may issue a temporary volunteer dental hygienist license to a dental hygienist who previously held a temporary volunteer dental hygienist license if the dental hygienist: Applies for a new license; and Satisfies the requirements of this chapter. Continuing Education. The Board may not require continuing education as a condition for the issuance of a temporary volunteer dental hygienist’s license. Display of License. The holder of a temporary volunteer dental hygienist's license shall maintain the holder’s wallet license on the premises of the temporary dental clinic while practicing dental hygiene at the temporary dental clinic.