The bill H. 3270 proposes amendments to the South Carolina Code of Laws regarding dental specialties that require special licensure. It specifically amends Section 40-15-220 to include dental specialties recognized by the American Board of Dental Specialties alongside those recognized by the American Dental Association, thereby expanding the scope of specialties that necessitate a special license for dentists to present themselves as specialists. Additionally, Section 40-15-250 is revised to allow diplomates of the American Board of Dental Specialties to obtain specialty licenses without undergoing board examinations, similar to those already granted to diplomates of the American Dental Association.

Furthermore, Section 40-15-260 is amended to permit compliance with educational requirements set by the American Board of Dental Specialties as an alternative to those established by the American Dental Association for obtaining a specialty license. These changes aim to streamline the licensure process for dental specialists in South Carolina and ensure that the state's regulations align with recognized national certifying boards. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 40-15-220, 40-15-250, 40-15-260
Latest Version: 40-15-220, 40-15-250, 40-15-260
12/06/2024: 40-15-220, 40-15-250, 40-15-260