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Legislative InformationThe Alaska State Dental Hygienists’ Association over the last two years has been focusing a lot of time and energy towards legislation that would expand the scope of practice for dental hygiene. It is very exciting that our work has paid off and we now have new laws that will provide more opportunities for Alaskan hygienists and increase access to oral healthcare for many communities in our state. The new laws that passed the legislature under House Bill 319 are currently undergoing review by the Alaska Board of Dental Examiners. The Board will develop regulations that further govern the statute changes. House Bill 319 establishes a restorative function endorsement, local anesthesia under general supervision, and collaborative agreements for dental hygienists. It also establishes a restorative function endorsement and coronal polishing for dental assistants. You can access a copy of House Bill 319 on the ASDHA website www.asdha.com. Please be aware that the statute changes established under House Bill 319 will not take effect until the Alaska Board of Dental Examiners has finished the regulatory process. Continue to check the website for updates, and feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like more information. Thank you, |
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