471 NAC 6-002. DEFINITIONS

002. DEFINITIONS. The following definitions apply: 002.01 ADEQUATE OCCLUSION FOR PARTIAL DENTURES. Adequate occlusion for partial dentures is first molar to first molar, or a similar combination of anterior and posterior teeth on the upper or lower arch in occlusion. 002.02 DIAGNOSTIC RECORDS. A medical history, a dental and orthodontic history, clinical examination, plaster study models of the teeth, photographs of the patient’s face and teeth, a panoramic or other x-rays of all the teeth, a facial profile x-ray, and other appropriate x-rays. 002.03 HANDICAPPING MALOCCLUSION. A handicapping malocclusion is an improper alignment of the teeth due to one of two conditions: (A) Craniofacial birth defect that is affecting the occlusion; or (B) Mutilated and severe malocclusions. 002.04 OCCLUSAL ORTHOTIC DEVICE. Splints that are provided for treatment of temporomandibular joint dysfunction. 002.05 SPECIAL NEEDS. For the purposes of dental services, a client with special needs is a client who is unable to care for his or her mouth properly on his or her own because of a disabling condition. 002.06 TELEDENTISTRY. Teledentistry is the use of technology, including digital radiographs, digital photos and videos, and electronic health records, to facilitate delivery of oral healthcare and oral health education services from a provider in one location to a patient in a physically different location. Teledentistry is to be used for the purposes of evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.