In the state of Missouri, a dentist can supervise another dentist's care. This is known as indirect supervision and is permitted under certain circumstances, such as when the supervising dentist is not physically present in the office but is available for consultation by phone or video.
There are several benefits to indirect supervision. It allows dentists to provide care to patients in rural or underserved areas where there are not enough dentists to meet the demand. It also allows dentists to share their expertise with other dentists and to provide mentorship and support. Additionally, indirect supervision can help to reduce the cost of dental care by allowing dentists to delegate certain tasks to other dentists who may be less experienced.
