Duties Allowed
Permitted procedures and responsibilities for OAP-certified orthodontic assistants
Permitted Duties
Clinical Procedures
- Placement and removal of orthodontic separators
- Placement and removal of arch wires
- Placement and removal of ligature ties
- Placement and removal of orthodontic bands
- Adjustment of orthodontic appliances
- Taking orthodontic impressions
Administrative Tasks
- Patient education and oral hygiene instructionrs
- Scheduling and appointment coordination
- Insurance verification and processings
- Treatment documentations
Prohibited Activities
Restricted Procedures
- Diagnosis and treatment planning
- Administration of local anesthesia
- Irreversible procedures
- Adjustment of appliances without supervision
- Direct patient care without orthodontist present
Important Note
All permitted duties must be performed under the direct supervision of a licensed orthodontist who must be present in the office during all procedures.
Supervision Requirements
Administrative Tasks
Orthodontist must be physically present in the office and immediately available
Orthodontist must be physically present in the office and immediately available
Prior Authorization
All procedures must be authorized by the supervising orthodontist before execution
All procedures must be authorized by the supervising orthodontist before execution
Documentation
All procedures must be documented and reviewed by the supervising orthodontist
All procedures must be documented and reviewed by the supervising orthodontist