HB285 is a bill that aims to update and clarify the regulations surrounding the practice of dentistry and dental hygiene in Alabama. The bill includes provisions for penalties for violations, qualifications for licensure, and administration of controlled substances by dentists and dental hygienists. It also defines terms such as "administer" and "dispense" in reference to controlled substances and clarifies the requirements for practicing dentistry across state lines. The bill specifies that individuals who practice dentistry without a license may be guilty of a Class C felony and subject to punishment as prescribed by law.

The bill also makes changes to the licensure requirements for dentists and dental hygienists in Alabama. It adds language stating that licensure requirements are in the public interest and promote public health and safety. The bill specifies the categories of individuals who are eligible for licensure by examination and establishes criteria for licensure by credentials for dentists and dental hygienists who hold a license in another state. The bill also includes provisions for revoking a license if an applicant is found to have committed fraud or falsified information in the application process.

Statutes affected:
Engrossed: 34-9-1, 34-9-5, 34-9-10, 34-9-11, 34-9-15, 34-9-26, 34-9-27, 34-9-43, 34-9-60, 34-9-63, 34-9-86
Enrolled: 34-9-1, 34-9-5, 34-9-10, 34-9-11, 34-9-15, 34-9-26, 34-9-27, 34-9-43, 34-9-60, 34-9-63, 34-9-86