The bill amends the Public Health Code by updating the definitions and restrictions on the use of certain dental-related titles and terms. Specifically, it allows only authorized individuals to use titles such as "dentist," "oral and maxillofacial surgeon," and "dental hygienist," among others. Additionally, it introduces new terms that will be restricted for use beginning on specified dates: "oral and maxillofacial radiologist," "dental anesthesiologist," "oral medicine doctor," "public health dentist," and "orofacial pain specialist" starting September 1, 2022, and "dental specialist" starting January 1, 2026.

The bill emphasizes the importance of regulating the use of these professional titles to ensure that only qualified individuals can represent themselves as such. It also includes a provision stating that the enactment of this amendatory act is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 4594.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.16605