Action | Periodic review |
Stage | Proposed |
Comment Period | Ended on 10/3/2008 |
I am deeply concerned about the proposals included in 18VAC150-20-172 line 8, as I feel such a change will be a detriment to pet owners.
To require licensed professionals to perform this technique will necessitate a tremendous increase the the price of dentals to clients. In turn for families facing financial issues, many pets will not receive the medical care they require.
I also am not certain if this measure would set the mandated standard of care higher for veterinary patients than for human patients.
Unless there exists a mounting body of evidence that this procuedre is being performed improperly by unlicensed staff, I feel passage of such a measure is detrminental to the delivery of veterinary care.
Sincerely,
Dr. Andrew Silverstone