37-29-401. Standards of conduct and practice. Each denturist must comply with the following standards in his practice:
     (1) There shall be at least three separate rooms:
     (a) a reception room;
     (b) an operatory room; and
     (c) a laboratory.
     (2) The operatory room must have a sink and cuspidor with running water and a disposal system.
     (3) There must be a sterilization unit and cold disinfectant in every office to insure the protection of the public. Each denturist shall take care to use proper sterilization and sanitation techniques in all phases of his work.
     (4) Floors, walls, ceilings, and benches must be kept in a sanitary condition.
     (5) Every patient must have a separate and clean bib and a disposable cup.
     (6) Every denturist shall wear a clean and professional garment.
     (7) Every denturist shall wash his hands with germicidal or antiseptic soap and water in the presence of each patient.
     (8) Every licensed denturist must carry a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation card.
     (9) Adequate and conveniently located toilet facilities must be provided within the building.
     (10) A complete record of each patient must be kept.
     (11) All teeth and materials used shall meet American dental association standards.
     (12) All nonmetal full dentures shall be permanently identified with the first and last name of the owner at the time of processing the dentures.

     History: En. Sec. 6, I.M. No. 97, approved Nov. 6, 1984.