Pennsylvania Code (Last Updated: April 5, 2016) |
Title 55. PUBLIC WELFARE |
PART VIII. Intellectual Disability and Autism Manual |
Subpart E. Residential Agencies/Facilities/Services |
Article I. Licensing/Approval |
Chapter 6500. Family Living Homes |
Section 6500.122. Dental care
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(a) An individual 17 years of age or younger, shall have a dental examination performed by a licensed dentist semiannually. Each individual 18 years of age or older shall have a dental examination performed by a licensed dentist annually.
(b) An individual who is using medication known to cause dental problems shall have a dental examination by a licensed dentist at intervals recommended by the dentist.
(c) A written record of the dental examination, including the date of the examination, dentists name, procedures completed and follow-up treatment recommended shall be kept.
(d) The dental examination shall include teeth cleaning or checking gums and dentures.
(e) Follow-up dental work indicated by the examination, such as treatment of cavities, shall be completed.
Notation
This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 6500.201 (relating to exceptions for respite care); and 55 Pa. Code § 6500.202 (relating to exceptions for emergency respite care).