NJ A1215

Establishes licensure requirements for dental therapists in New Jersey, requiring graduation from an accredited dental therapy program, demonstration of clinical competency, and passage of a written examination on state laws

Authorizes dental therapists to perform services including oral examinations, radiographic imaging, administering local anesthesia and nitrous oxide, extractions of certain teeth, pulpotomies on primary teeth, and dispensing non-narcotic medications

Requires dental therapists to enter into a written collaborative agreement with a supervising New Jersey-licensed dentist before performing services, detailing supervision methods, authorized services, practice settings, and emergency protocols

Adds one dental therapist position to the New Jersey State Board of Dentistry, bringing total membership to ten professional members plus two public members

Mandates NJ FamilyCare Program coverage for dental therapy services when provided by a licensed dental therapist supervised by an enrolled dentist and when the therapist is enrolled as a provider in the program