Abstract
This editorial discusses a controversial change in Michigan's dental specialty advertising law, which occurred in 2020. Previously, only state-recognized specialists, undergoing rigorous advanced training, could advertise their specialty status. However, a new rule, resulting from an out-of-court settlement, paradoxically allows general dentists not recognized as specialists to advertise as such without following advertising rules. This change is criticized for undermining public protection and creating unethical, misleading situations where general dentists advertise as pediatric dentists, for instance. The Michigan Dental Association (MDA) is actively working to revert this law by supporting House Bills 4593 and 4594 to ensure only recognized specialists can advertise their qualifications.
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Maihofer, Michael DDS
(2025)
"GUEST EDITORIAL: Who’s Special Now?,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 107:
No.
8, Article 4.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol107/iss8/4
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