CA AB1998

Requires dentists to review a patient's most recent radiographs or other bone imaging before diagnosing or correcting tooth malpositions or using orthodontic appliances, and mandates ordering new radiographs if none are available for review.

Expands the definition of "correction of malpositions" to include any tooth movement, including treatment of malocclusions.

Prohibits destruction of patient records for 10 years after the last dental service for adults, or 7 years for minors (or 1 year after turning 18, whichever is longer).

Requires dentists providing telehealth services involving orthodontia to provide the patient with the treating dentist's name, phone number, practice address, and California license number at the time the treatment plan is provided.

Prohibits requiring patients or dental workers to sign agreements that limit their ability to file complaints with the Dental Board of California.

Requires dentists to provide patients with copies of patient-signed documents within 15 days of written request.

Expands unprofessional conduct definition to include advertising services in a "more expeditious manner."