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IN SB0183
Bill
Status
1/3/2018
Primary Sponsor
James Merritt
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AI Summary
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Amends IC 25-14-1-23 to modify the definition of practicing dentistry by replacing references to specific oral structures (oral cavity, teeth, gingiva, maxillary or mandibular structures) with broader language encompassing "oral and maxillofacial region or associated and adjacent structures"
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Expands the scope of what constitutes dentistry practice to include diagnosis and treatment of lesions and diseases in anatomically related areas beyond just the teeth and immediate oral cavity
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Effective date is July 1, 2018
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Maintains all existing criteria for dentistry practice including use of dental titles, direction of patient treatment, advertising, tooth extraction, anesthesia administration, x-ray use, and prosthetic device work
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Preserves exceptions for dental students under supervision, licensed pharmacists filling dental prescriptions, and dental assistants performing delegated procedures within defined scope
Legislative Description
Practice of dentistry. Provides that a person practices dentistry if the person offers to diagnose, professes to diagnose, treats, or professes to treat any lesion or disease of the oral and maxillofacial region or associated and adjacent structures.
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Health and Provider Services
1/3/2018