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SB 31

Updating certain provisions of the Kansas dental practices act relating to dentist information requested by patients, in-person practice requirements in dental office using licensee's name, unprofessional conduct and patient complaints.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Kansas updates dental regulations to require clearer dentist information disclosure, strengthen in-person practice standards, and clarify unprofessional conduct rules and patient complaint procedures.

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Bill Summary · SB 31

Legislative bill overview

SB 31 updates Kansas dental practice regulations to clarify requirements around dentist information disclosure, in-person practice standards for offices using a licensee's name, definitions of unprofessional conduct, and procedures for patient complaints. The bill modernizes dental board oversight and patient protections within the state's regulatory framework.

Why is this important

These updates affect patient access to dentist credentials and complaint mechanisms, as well as how dental practices can operate under a licensed dentist's name. Clear regulations help protect patients from unlicensed or unqualified practitioners while establishing fair operational standards for dental businesses in Kansas.

Potential points of contention

  • Information disclosure requirements: Disagreement over what dentist information must be readily available to patients and in what format (online, in-office, etc.)
  • In-person practice standards: Debate about which services require physical dentist presence versus telehealth or remote supervision capabilities
  • Unprofessional conduct definitions: Potential disputes over what specifically constitutes unprofessional behavior and whether standards are too broad or too narrow
  • Patient complaint processes: Questions about complaint accessibility, timelines, investigation procedures, and enforcement mechanisms for resolved issues

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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