In which venues may prescribed dental hygiene services be performed?

• A. Private offices only.
• B. Hospitals only.
• C. Licensed public and private health facilities, public institutions, educational institutions, and the home of a nonambulatory patient.
• D. Public clinics only.

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is that prescribed dental hygiene services can be delivered in a variety of settings under supervision, not just in a private dental office. Florida regulations allow a dentist to delegate prescribed hygiene care to a licensed hygienist in multiple licensed venues, including both public and private health facilities, public institutions, educational institutions, and the home of a nonambulatory patient. This broad scope supports access to care through school programs, hospital and public health clinics, and home visits for patients who cannot travel. The other options are too restrictive because they limit care to a single type of setting, whereas the law recognizes and permits multiple approved venues.