Proposed Dentistry Rules Prompt Concern

Last Update: Feb 19, 2007 10:09 AM

(TULSA, Okla.)  February 19 - Some mobile dentists are concerned about some new rules being considered by the state Board of Dentistry.

Opponents of the new rules say they threaten dental care for nursing home patients and the disabled.

The proposed rules apply to any self-contained dental facility, like a recreational vehicle. They also apply to cases in which dentists bring equipment to nursing homes, schools and patients' homes.

The board president says the board wants to protect the public from unscrupulous mobile dentists and will work to address concerns about the proposed rules.

Those involved in mobile dentistry are most concerned about a provision that required dentists to contract with a local dentist in each area for follow-up care.

Officials with the board say they may re-examine some of the rules before they're considered on Friday.

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