SB3211 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)
TELEDENTISTRY EXAMINATIONS
Last Action
3/25/2026 - Senate: Postponed - Licensed Activities
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Illinois Dental Practice Act. In provisions concerning teledentistry, provides that an initial examination for new patients, excluding patients seeking orthodontic treatment, may be conducted through teledentistry if the authorizing dentist establishes a bona fide dentist-patient relationship by reviewing the patient's medical and dental history and verifying both the patient's identity and physical location to ensure that dental care is being administered within the State. Provides that an initial examination for orthodontia treatment shall be performed in person only. Requires an in-person clinical examination to be performed immediately before providing or authorizing services or treatments to patients that are not reversible. Provides that, for ongoing dentist-patient relationships, dentists shall strongly encourage patients to be seen in person at least annually. Makes other changes.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2/02/2026 | Senate | Filed with Secretary by Sen. Michael E. Hastings |
| 2/02/2026 | Senate | First Reading |
| 2/02/2026 | Senate | Referred to Assignments |
| 3/10/2026 | Senate | Assigned to Licensed Activities |
| 3/13/2026 | Senate | Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026 |
| 3/25/2026 | Senate | Postponed - Licensed Activities |
| 3/27/2026 | Senate | Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026 |