Maryland HB373 updates disciplinary actions and inspection protocols for dentists and dental hygienists.
Maryland HB373 amends the disciplinary grounds for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants, including failure to comply with infection control guidelines. It also authorizes unannounced inspections of dental offices to ensure compliance with these guidelines. The bill expands the grounds for disciplinary action against dentists and dental assistants, and it allows the Board of Dental Examiners to take action against certified expanded function dental assistants and applicants under specific circumstances. The changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2026.
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