HCS/HB 1422 - This act requires dentists that prescribe and administer deep sedation or general anesthesia in the course of dental services to obtain a permit from the dental board. Dentists that prescribe and administer conscious sedation must obtain a conscious sedation permit from the board. Any site where deep sedation or general anesthesia or conscious sedation is administered must have a site certificate issued by the board. Dentists prescribing and administering such agents must do so in accordance with rules established by the board. The board may promulgate rules specifying the criteria for obtaining, renewing and discipline of such permits and certificates.
JIM ERTLE