Revising laws related to dental anesthesia inspections

This bill requires dentists in Montana to obtain a permit and pass an inspection before administering deep sedation, general anesthesia, or moderate sedation to patients. The Montana Board of Dentistry will establish rules for minimum qualifications, facility standards, and equipment requirements for these anesthesia services. The board will conduct initial inspections at each facility and reinspect them at least every five years, with fees set to cover inspection costs. A temporary permit option allows dentists to begin administering anesthesia for up to 120 days while awaiting full inspection approval. The bill also updates legal definitions for different levels of sedation to clarify what is required for each category.