The bill amends the Public Health Code by updating the language in section 16605 to specify the terms that are restricted for use by authorized individuals in the dental profession. It introduces new terms that will be recognized as valid titles for dental professionals, including "oral and maxillofacial radiologist," "dental anesthesiologist," "oral medicine doctor," "public health dentist," and "orofacial pain specialist," which will be effective starting September 1, 2022. Additionally, the bill states that the title "dental specialist" will be recognized beginning January 1, 2026.

The bill also includes a provision that it will not take effect unless House Bill No. 4594 is enacted into law. This ensures that the changes to the terminology and the recognition of new dental specialties are contingent upon the passage of related legislation.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 333.16605
House Introduced Bill: 333.16605