Dental Specialties Licensure and Scope of Practice Amendment Act of 2023

This bill amends local health laws to update the scope of practice for dentists in the District of Columbia. It allows dentists to administer immunizations and use FDA-approved neurotoxins like Botox for dental treatments, provided they receive specific certification from the Board of Dentistry. The legislation also establishes a formal licensing process for dentists who wish to represent themselves as specialists and clarifies the definition of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Additionally, it closes a loophole that permitted non-dentists to own and control dental offices, ensuring that only licensed professionals can manage such practices.