Frank H. White III, D.D.S.

• Dental Student loan repayment program appears to be on track to be reinstated.

• Single administrator for Dental Medicaid passed in the House 166-1.

• Unfair Practices Insurance Bill is in committee for review and discussion of the issues.

• Local Anesthesia Bill: In House – This would allow licensed dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia under the direct supervision of a dentist. GDA recommends that only the dentist administer local anesthesia.

• Anti-Fluoridation Bill: Did not move out of the House during this session.