Directs Oregon Board of Dentistry to issue dental therapist license to qualified applicant. Prohibits unlicensed use of title "dental therapist" and practice of dental therapy. Provides exceptions to prohibition. Requires dental therapist to purchase and maintain liability insurance. Requires dental therapist to dedicate majority of practice to specified patient populations. Directs board to consult with dental therapists and dental therapist organizations in rulemaking.
Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Statutes affected:
A-Engrossed: 679.010, 679.140, 679.170, 679.250
B-Engrossed: 679.010, 679.140, 679.170, 679.250
Enrolled: 679.010, 679.140, 679.170, 679.250
Introduced: 679.010, 679.140, 679.170, 679.230, 679.250