HB2639 is a bill that proposes amendments to the Arizona Revised Statutes regarding the scope of practice for dental assistants. The bill allows dental assistants who have completed a continuing dental education course recognized by the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners (BODEX) to expose radiographs for dental diagnostic purposes and to polish teeth, under the supervision of a dentist or dental hygienist.

The current law requires dental assistants to pass a BODEX-approved examination to perform these tasks. The new bill language expands the qualification criteria by including the completion of a BODEX-recognized continuing dental education course as an alternative to passing the examination. This change aims to provide dental assistants with additional pathways to qualify for these responsibilities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1291
House Engrossed Version: 32-1291