AN ACT ALLOWING DENTAL HYGIENISTS TO PROVIDE DENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES IN PRIVATE RESIDENCES.

Summary

The bill permits dental hygienists to perform preventive and therapeutic dental care in private residences, provided they are either under a dentist’s general supervision or have at least two years of experience and meet additional requirements. It also obligates hygienists to refer patients whose needs exceed their scope to a licensed dentist. The changes become effective on October 1, 2026.

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