Dentistry; increase penalties for unlawful practice of.

Summary

The bill raises the penalties for anyone who practices dental hygiene or dentistry without a proper license. It makes illegal dental hygiene a misdemeanor with $2,000‑$5,000 fines and up to six months in county jail, and illegal dentistry a felony with higher fines and prison terms. The changes aim to protect public health by deterring unlicensed practice.

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