The bill amends K.S.A. 65-1435, which regulates the practice of dentistry in Kansas. It establishes that licensed dentists may use the name of any association, corporation, clinic, trade name, or business name in their practice, provided that the name does not misrepresent the dentist to the public as determined by the Kansas dental board. The bill clarifies that multiple licensed dentists can associate for the practice of dentistry under a professional corporation or limited liability company, using a name that may or may not include their proper names, as long as it does not mislead the public.

Additionally, the bill removes previous restrictions regarding the operation of dental offices and the conditions under which a licensee can conduct business. Specifically, it eliminates the requirement for a licensee to be personally present or oversee operations a certain percentage of the time in order to avoid license suspension or revocation. The bill also repeals a provision that allowed licensees to own secondary dental offices under specific conditions related to location and population size. This legislative change aims to provide more flexibility for dentists in their practice while ensuring public transparency.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-1435