Scope of practice matters and New Jersey dentists who fail to comply with the requirements for administering injectable pharmacologics such as Botox or Restylane may be subject to discipline.
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The New Jersey State Board of Dentistry (Board), which licenses and oversees dentists and hygienists in the State, has recently proposed new regulations that will impact how hygienists and dentists practice. Stress, financial difficulties, effects of aging, declining health and a myriad of other pressures could lead to poor work performance and imperil the license of healthcare professionals. A program designed to assist healthcare professionals in recovery may help. The New Jersey Professional Assistance Program (NJPAP or the Program) monitors and provides support in the recovery of physicians, pharmacists, dentists, nurses and other health care professionals. The Program not only assists in the recovery from drug or alcohol use or dependence but also from other health impairments, such as cognitive impairments, hypertension, diabetes, physical disabilities or depression. NJPAP can also play an important part in protecting a professional’s license. The New Jersey Board of Dentistry (Board) adopted a rule in November 2011 that allows dentists who meet specific requirements to administer botox and fillers. The New Jersey State Board of Dentistry received a petition late last year from New Jersey Dental Association requesting additional rules be implemented to strengthen the corporate practice of dentistry laws in the State. |
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