Title 20. Miscellaneous Health Provisions — Subtitle 23. Plain Language Dental Information
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 20-2301 (2026)
Title 20. Miscellaneous Health Provisions
Subtitle 23. Plain Language Dental Information
§ 20–2301LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “plain language” means language that is clear, concise, and well–organized and complies with other best practices, including generally accepted guidelines regarding compliance with the federal Plain Writing Act of 2010, appropriate to the subject or field and intended audience.
(b)
The Department shall:
(1)
Create and distribute to dental practices plain language materials regarding:
(i)
The importance of regular dental appointments for an individual’s overall health; and
(ii)
Various dental procedures, as determined by the Department; and
(2)
Encourage dentists and dental hygienists to distribute the plain language materials created in accordance with item (1) of this subsection to their patients.