034-7 Wyo. Code R. §§ 7-10 - Code of Ethics for Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants

Each dental hygienist and dental assistant practicing in the state of Wyoming shall:

(a) Provide oral health care utilizing highest professional knowledge, judgment, and ability;

(b) Serve all patients without discrimination;

(c) Hold professional patient relationships in confidence;

(d) Utilize every opportunity to increase public understanding of oral health practices;

(e) Generate public confidence in members of the dental health profession;

(f) Cooperate with all health professions in meeting the health needs of the public;

(g) Recognize and uphold the laws and regulations governing this profession;

(h) Maintain professional competence through continuing education;

(i) Exchange professional knowledge with other health professions;

(j) Represent dental hygiene and/or dental assisting with high standards of personal conduct; and

(k) Comply with the provisions of ADHA's Code of Ethics or Dental Assisting National Board's Code of Professional Conduct as referenced in Chapter 1.

Notes

034-7 Wyo. Code R. §§ 7-10

Adopted, Eff. 1/14/2022. Amended, Eff. 4/14/2023. Amended, Eff. 5/29/2024.