Policy
Authorization Status of Dental Therapists By State
This infographic from the Oral Health Workforce Research Center describes the status of dental therapy in the United States and details the specific requirements in state laws and regulations that define dental therapy practice.
Comparison of Existing State Dental Therapy Laws
This resource provides a detailed comparison of the laws governing dental therapists in 14 states, including education and supervision requirements and scope of practice.National Model Act
This resource explains key elements of dental therapy policy and best practices and includes sample legislation.National Model Rule
This resource provides guidance to dental boards, state agencies and other stakeholders working to complete rulemaking for dental therapy laws.Optimize Dental Teams with Dental Therapists
This free continuing education course is intended to teach oral health professionals how and why to incorporate dental therapists into the dental team.
Dental Therapy Employer Toolkit
While tailored specifically to Minnesota, this resource for potential employers answers common questions about incorporating dental therapists into clinics.
Dental Therapy Employment Manual
Created by the Michigan Primary Care Association for community health centers, this resource includes broadly applicable guidance on hiring and on-boarding a dental therapist.
Supporting Dental Therapy through Title VII Training Programs: A Meaningful Strategy for Implementing Equitable Oral Health Care
This 2022 federal advisory committee report concluded dental therapists can expand access to care and address oral health disparities and includes recommendations for how the federal government can support the adoption of dental therapy.
Reforming America’s Healthcare System Through Choice and Competition
This 2017 report from the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services, Treasury and Labor discusses dental therapists in the broader context of overly restrictive practice acts and their impact on cost and access to care.
Dental Therapy Education Standards
The Commision on Dental Accreditation sets standards for the education of all dental providers, including dental therapists.
National Model Act
This resource explains key elements of dental therapy policy and best practices and includes sample legislation.Dental Therapy Education Standards
The Commision on Dental Accreditation sets standards for the education of all dental providers, including dental therapists.
Comparison of Existing State Dental Therapy Laws
This resource provides a detailed comparison of the laws governing dental therapists in 14 states, including education and supervision requirements and scope of practice.Authorization Status of Dental Therapists By State
This infographic from the Oral Health Workforce Research Center describes the status of dental therapy in the United States and details the specific requirements in state laws and regulations that define dental therapy practice.
Supporting Dental Therapy through Title VII Training Programs: A Meaningful Strategy for Implementing Equitable Oral Health Care
This 2022 federal advisory committee report concluded dental therapists can expand access to care and address oral health disparities and includes recommendations for how the federal government can support the adoption of dental therapy.
Reforming America’s Healthcare System Through Choice and Competition
This 2017 report from the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services, Treasury and Labor discusses dental therapists in the broader context of overly restrictive practice acts and their impact on cost and access to care.
National Model Rule
This resource provides guidance to dental boards, state agencies and other stakeholders working to complete rulemaking for dental therapy laws.Dental Therapy Employer Toolkit
While tailored specifically to Minnesota, this resource for potential employers answers common questions about incorporating dental therapists into clinics.
Dental Therapy Employment Manual
Created by the Michigan Primary Care Association for community health centers, this resource includes broadly applicable guidance on hiring and on-boarding a dental therapist.
Optimize Dental Teams with Dental Therapists
This free continuing education course is intended to teach oral health professionals how and why to incorporate dental therapists into the dental team.