Which group is not represented on the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners?

The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners is composed of various members who represent different interests and professions within the dental industry. Public members are included to voice the interests of the general public, licensed dentists represent the professional side of dental care, and dental hygienists are also included to ensure that the perspective of dental hygiene is considered in board decisions.

Pharmacy professionals, however, are not represented on the board because their practice does not directly intersect with the specific regulatory concerns and operational standards of dental services. The board’s primary focus is on the dental profession, including aspects of dentistry and dental hygiene, which means that while pharmacy professionals play a role in healthcare, their direct involvement in the regulatory processes of dental practice is not warranted within the board's framework. Hence, they do not have representation on the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. This distinction underscores the board's specific focus on the dental field and those professions directly involved in dental care delivery.