An Act To Extend The Period Of Time A Dentist May Operate The Practice Of A Deceased Or Incapacitated Dentist

LD 23 extends the time a legal guardian or personal representative can operate a dental practice after a dentist's death or incapacitation from 24 to 36 months. This allows more time to sell the practice or transition to another dentist without immediate closure. The change aims to address Maine's dentist shortage by preventing abrupt service disruptions in communities already facing limited access to dental care.