25 Tex. Admin. Code § 49.2 - Definitions
The following words and terms, where used in this chapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.
(1) Dental hygienist--An
individual licensed by the State Board of Dental Examiners to practice dental
hygiene in the State of Texas.
(2)
Dental sealant--A thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of
teeth to prevent tooth decay.
(3)
Dentist--An individual licensed by the State Board of Dental Examiners to
practice dentistry in the State of Texas.
(4) Department--The Department of State
Health Services.
(5) Fluoride
varnish--A highly concentrated form of fluoride applied to the surface of teeth
to prevent tooth decay, remineralize weakened teeth, and treat
hypersensitivity.
(6) Health
risk--Any attribute or factor that presents a danger or hazard to
health.
(7) Oral health--Health
affecting the structures of the mouth, including the hard and soft tissues such
as teeth, jaws, gums, vestibule, tongue, cheeks, lips, floor and roof of the
mouth, and adjacent masticatory structure.
(8) Oral health promotion--Activity that
supports or provides active encouragement for the furtherance of oral hygiene,
dental care, and conditions conducive to good oral health.
(9) Program--The Oral Health Improvement
Program at the department.
(10)
Public health--Protection and improvement of community health through organized
community effort.
(11) Screening--A
non-comprehensive visual observation of the oral cavity to assess oral health
status.
(12) Silver diamine
fluoride--Topical liquid applied to dental caries (cavities) to relieve
sensitivity and prevent further progression of tooth decay.
(13) State Public Health Dental Director--A
Texas licensed dentist who leads the Oral Health Improvement Program at the
department.
(14)
Surveillance--Observation of a population group, condition, or ongoing activity
in order to gather information.
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