SB 1453 Summary

• Changes Dental Board composition to include two registered dental assistants instead of one registered dental hygienist, effective until January 1, 2029.

• Revises requirements for obtaining and renewing permits for general anesthesia and sedation administration, including establishing pediatric endorsement fees up to $1,000 with renewal fees not exceeding $600, and making patient records confidential.

• Expands criminal penalties for practicing dentistry without displaying current licenses in visible areas and authorizes the board to post administrative citations on its website.

• Modifies dental assistant licensing pathways and duties, including new requirements for infection control and radiation safety courses for unlicensed assistants, and establishes alternative pathways to registered dental assistant licensure through preceptorships and alternative programs.

• Revises fictitious name permit requirements for dental practices and makes various technical changes to continuing education requirements, examination standards, and professional conduct standards in dentistry.