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New legislation that offers a cost-effective approach could expand access to dental care for Michigan residents who can’t find a dentist to treat them for common problems.
The bill would likely lead to better oral health care in areas where routine dental care is limited.
The approach would allow dentists to delegate routine procedures to dental therapists working under their supervision.
Dental therapists are similar to physician assistants, and are well trained to perform routine dental procedures.
