(a) It is unlawful for any person to practice or offer to practice dentistry or dental hygiene in this state without a license, issued under the provisions of this article, or advertise or use any title or description tending to convey or give the impression that they are a dentist or dental hygienist, unless the person is licensed under the provisions of this article.
(b) A business entity may not render any service or engage in any activity which, if rendered or engaged in by an individual, would constitute the practice of dentistry, except through a licensee.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 30. Professions and Occupations
Article 4. West Virginia Dental Practice Act
§30-4-4. Board of Dental Examiners
§30-4-6. Rule-Making Authority
§30-4-7. Fees; Special Revenue Account; Administrative Fines
§30-4-8. License to Practice Dentistry
§30-4-9. Scope of Practice of a Dentist
§30-4-10. License to Practice Dental Hygiene
§30-4-11. Scope of Practice for a Dental Hygienist
§30-4-13. Board Authorizations Shall Be Displayed
§30-4-14. Dental Intern, Resident, or Teaching Permit
§30-4-16. Dental Corporations and Professional Limited Liability Companies
§30-4-18. Actions to Enjoin Violations
§30-4-19. Complaints; Investigations; Due Process Procedure; Grounds for Disciplinary Action
§30-4-20. Procedures for Hearing; Right of Appeal