Dental hygienists and mid-level providers in all states and provinces receive the same education, and require the same level of supervision for administering local anesthesia

A) True
B) False


B
Explanation: B) Specific requirements for dental hygienists and mid-level providers vary regarding the type, degree, or extent of injections, as well as the required extent of supervision, education, and examination. Clinicians must be knowledgeable regarding the specifics of the practice acts governing their particular practice locations.

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