Indiana HB1254 amends dental practice regulations, including educational requirements for dental hygienists and administration of nitrous oxide.

Indiana HB1254 modifies the educational requirements for dental hygienists, stipulating that they must graduate from an accredited program and pass an examination. It also outlines the conditions under which dental hygienists and assistants can administer nitrous oxide, requiring direct supervision by a licensed dentist. The bill allows the state board of dentistry to establish additional requirements for applicants who have failed the licensure examination three or more times. Application fees are not refundable. Effective July 1, 2026.

Indiana HB1254 amends dental practice regulations, including educational requirements for dental hygienists and administration of nitrous oxide.

Indiana HB1254 modifies the educational requirements for dental hygienists, stipulating that they must graduate from an accredited program and pass an examination. It also outlines the conditions under which dental hygienists and assistants can administer nitrous oxide, requiring direct supervision by a licensed dentist. The bill allows the state board of dentistry to establish additional requirements for applicants who have failed the licensure examination three or more times. Application fees are not refundable. Effective July 1, 2026.