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IL SB3211

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Michael Hastings

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Origin

Senate

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends the Illinois Dental Practice Act to allow initial examinations for new patients (except orthodontic patients) to be conducted via teledentistry when the dentist verifies patient identity, physical location within Illinois, and reviews medical/dental history
  • Requires all initial orthodontic treatment examinations to be performed in person only
  • Mandates an in-person clinical examination immediately before providing or authorizing any irreversible dental services or treatments
  • Expands the definition of "patient of record" to include patients examined through teledentistry, not just physical examinations
  • Requires dentists to strongly encourage patients in ongoing relationships to be seen in person at least annually

Legislative Description

TELEDENTISTRY EXAMINATIONS

Last Action

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Licensed Activities3/10/2026
Assignments2/2/2026

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