S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-17.1000.1006

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 10, October 25, 2024

Section 61-17.1000.1006 - Dental Services

A. Within one (1) week of admission, an oral assessment by a physician, dentist or registered nurse shall be conducted to determine the consistency of diet which the resident can best manage and the condition of gums and teeth.

B. Residents shall be assisted as necessary with daily dental care. (II)

C. Each facility shall maintain names of dentists who can render emergency and other dental treatments. Residents shall be encouraged to utilize dental services of choice.

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-17.1000.1006

Replaced and amended byState Register Volume 40, Issue No. 03, eff. 3/25/2016.