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IL HR0096

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

5/15/2023

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates May 2023 as Save Your Tooth Month in Illinois
  • Recognizes the approximately 300 endodontists in Illinois who specialize in root canal treatment and tooth preservation
  • Acknowledges that endodontists complete three years of specialized training beyond dental school and perform an average of 25 root canal treatments per week
  • Encourages Illinois citizens to practice good oral hygiene through regular dental visits, flossing, brushing twice daily, and avoiding cavity-causing foods and habits
  • Highlights the importance of natural teeth to overall health, nutrition access, and emotional expression

Legislative Description

SAVE YOUR TOOTH MONTH

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

5/15/2023

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/7/2023
Rules2/28/2023

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