SB3211

TELEDENTISTRY EXAMINATIONS

Final Passage·5/31/26

SB3211 amends the Illinois Dental Practice Act to allow initial teledentistry examinations for new patients, except for orthodontic treatment, and.

SB3211 amends the Illinois Dental Practice Act to allow initial teledentistry examinations for new patients, excluding those seeking orthodontic treatment, provided the dentist reviews the patient's medical and dental history and verifies the patient's identity and location. An in-person clinical examination must be performed before providing or authorizing services or treatments to patients that are not reversible. For ongoing dentist-patient relationships, dentists are encouraged to see patients in person at least annually.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 31
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 21

3:00 PM

House Health Care Licenses Committee Hearing

May 13

2:00 PM

Senate Licensed Activities Committee Hearing

History

Jun 29

Senate

Sent to the Governor

May 31

House

Placed on Calendar Order of 3rd Reading - Short Debate

May 31

House

Third Reading - Short Debate - Passed 116-000-001