Why is the MDS in support of giving a vote on BORID to a dental assistant?
Dental assistants have already been nonvoting members of BORID for more than 20 years, during which time they have been influencing board discussions regarding regulations and licensure. S.2819 simply formalizes the dental assistant position on BORID. Furthermore, organized dentistry has long supported a dental team approach in providing oral health care. By requiring dental assistants to register, we are recognizing their valuable contribution to the practice of dentistry and, therefore, should provide them with a vote on BORID.
