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Texas governor ends teledentistry ban

Dental News and Technology

Greg Abbott signed a bill June 18 formally ending a ban on teledentistry in Texas. The bill, HB 2056, is effective Sept. Some sections of the insurance code take effect Jan. The law prevents the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners from prohibiting teledentistry.

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Pennsylvania Legislature Passes Several Bills Related to Improving Oral Health Among Its Residents

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Pennsylvania is advancing several bills to enhance access to dental care, receiving broad support from lawmakers. House Bill 1585 passed the House and aims to establish teledentistry in the state, making it mandatory for insurance plans to cover it. Both bills passed the House with significant support.

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DentaQuest Announces 2021 Health Equity Heroes: Champions of The Pandemic

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Goldman School of Dental Medicine, is an oral health advocate for older adults living in long-term care; a growing population with glaring deficiencies in care access. implement teledentistry and on-call emergency oral health care protocols for the provision of essential dental services to at-risk patients.