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Dental therapists are mid-level providers — similar to physician assistants or nurse practitioners — who perform preventive, restorative and intermediate restorative procedures such as fluoride applications, cavity repairs and extractions of diseased teeth. These licensed professionals work under the general supervision of dentists and often practice in locations with underserved populations.

Conservative Democrat Bob Ziegelbauer scores a breakthrough on health care, but finds few allies. By Sunny Schubert Most days…