An Act to improve oral health for all Massachusetts residents
Senate: Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
Summary
The legislation adds a new dental‑therapist license, lets these therapists give certain non‑narcotic medicines under dentist supervision, and obligates public schools to inform parents about oral‑health screenings. It also tasks the dental director with expanding preventive services to underserved groups and formalizes annual community water‑fluoridation programs. The goal is to improve access to dental care and link oral health to overall health and learning.
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