Which laws determine what the dental assistant is legally able to perform?

federal laws
state laws
township mandates
the dentist he/she is employed by

state laws

Rationale: state laws – State laws mandate what dental assistant are legally able to perform. Each state has its own standards and laws. When laws are broken, the state's attorney would file charges and take action on behalf of the plaintiff or victim.

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