Scope

The Board may issue a permit for operation of a Mobile Dental Facility (MDF) or Portable Dental Operation (PDO) to a dentist licensed pursuant to M.G.L. c. 112, § 45 provided that the applicant has met all the requirements of 234 CMR 2.00. The Board may issue a permit for operation of an MDF or PDO to a dental hygienist practicing pursuant to M.G.L. c. 112, § 51, provided that the services are limited to services provided in a public health setting as described in 234 CMR 5.00. A MDF is any self-contained facility where dentistry will be practiced, which may be driven, moved, towed or transported from one location to another. A PDO is any dental practice where a portable dental unit is transported to and utilized on a temporary basis at an out-of-office location. Exceptions: Licensees may provide dental services through the use of dental instruments and materials taken out of a dental office without a MDF or PDO permit if: (a) The service is provided as emergency treatment; (b) A patient of record is homebound; or (c) The services rendered are limited to dental screening only. 234 CMR 7.00 takes effect on February 20, 2011. A MDF or PDO which is in operation on or before February 20, 2011 must submit their application for a Facility D-P Permit (234 CMR 6.00) on or before February 20, 2011. A MDF or PDO commencing operation after February 20, 2011 shall not do so without a Facility D-P Permit.