Arizona Dental License Defense Lawyer

Experienced Arizona Dental License Defense Attorneys

It can be hurtful and frustrating to learn that someone has filed a complaint against you with the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners.

You may even believe the allegations to be laughably absurd, but don’t let your feelings prevent you from taking the investigation seriously. If you don’t consult an experienced dental license defense attorney to help you through the process, you’re putting your license to practice dentistry at risk.

When facing an investigation or complaint from the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners (ASBDE), you need a knowledgeable dental license defense attorney at your side to protect your interests. The Arizona Law Group has successfully protected the rights and interests of dentists in a range of licensing issues.

Our keen understanding of the Board investigation and disciplinary process allows us to make the system work in your favor and obtain favorable outcomes whenever possible.

If you have had a complaint filed against you, or have recently been arrested or convicted of a criminal offense, please contact us immediately at 602-562-5000.
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Experience Counts: Dental License Defense Attorneys Vs. Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners

You found a team of dedicated professional license defense lawyers that defend dentists every day, we will do all that we can to protect your professional license and keep you working in the career you love.

You cannot afford anything less than stellar representation at this critical time. We invite you to work with one of our dental license defense attorneys near you at the Arizona Law Group to reach a successful outcome.

Call 602-562-5000 at your earliest convenience to schedule a no-cost consultation.

Potential Allegations Our Dental License Attorneys Defend

Our team of experienced professional license defense attorneys is well-versed in the potential allegations facing dentists & clinicians in the state of Arizona.

We represent dentists confronted with allegations, such as:

Unprofessional Conduct
Substandard Quality of Care
Substance Abuse
Overprescribing or misprescribing drugs
Fraud
Inadequate Maintenance of Patient Charts & Records
Criminal Arrests, Charges or Convictions
Sexual Misconduct
Failure to Abide by Mandatory Reporting Requirements

If the Board of Dental Examiners has informed you that someone has filed a complaint against you or that an investigation is underway, contact a knowledgeable dental license defense lawyer as soon as possible to begin preparing a strong defense.

Types of Disciplinary Actions Against Dentists

As you may know, the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners oversees complaints against dentists licensed to practice in Arizona and investigates all allegations of violations of the Arizona Dental Act. If the Board finds a violation, it may recommend taking either disciplinary and non-disciplinary actions, including:

Issuing a Letter of Concern
Issuing a Letter of Reprimand
Decree of Censure, possibly with restitution to the aggrieved party.
Civil Penalty
Public Warning
Community Service
Probation
Modification of prescription-writing privileges
Restrictions on scope of practice
Suspension of the license (possibly with a public warning)
Revocation of the license.

Failure to comply with a Board order could result in a suspension or revocation of your license.

What Happens in an Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners Investigation?

The Dental Board initiates an investigation when someone, usually a patient, has filed a complaint. If an initial investigation team determines that the allegations could be valid, a Chief Investigator will conduct a full investigation, then return to the Board with one of four potential recommendations:

a dismissal of the case for lack of evidence
a non-disciplinary action
referral to the Executive Director for termination
disciplinary action by the Board

If the Investigator recommends disciplinary action, you typically will be asked to participate in an Investigative Interview. During this proceeding, the investigator will hear your testimony, as well as the testimony of the complainant and any witnesses. Afterward, the Investigator will assess the evidence and make a recommendation to the Board.

When the Board notifies you of a complaint against you, it is essential to contact an experienced dental license defense attorney as soon as possible. The Arizona Law Group’s dental license defense attorneys understand the defenses and approaches that tend to be most effective in these proceedings. We can help you gather evidence and formulate a clear, accurate response that positions you for the best possible outcome.

Protecting Your Dental License Following a Criminal Arrest or Conviction

Arizona law requires all licensed dental professionals in Arizona to report almost any misdemeanor arrest or conviction that might affect patient safety or any felony to the Board of Dental Examiners within ten working days after the charge is filed. If you don’t, the Board may take disciplinary action or impose a civil penalty of up to $1,000.

Reportable crimes include, among other things, assault, arson, theft, fraud-related offenses, abuse, neglect or exploitation of a child or vulnerable adult, sexual offenses, drug or alcohol-related offenses (including a DUI), and crimes relating to the abuse of an animal.

Before reporting a misdemeanor or felony to the Board, speak to an experienced dental license defense lawyer to fully understand your rights and options.

ASBDE’s Monitored Aftercare Treatment Program

The stress of running a dental practice can lead some dentists to turn to alcohol or drugs for solace. A patient, dental hygienist, or a colleague may report the dentist to the Board for substance abuse, or the dentist may choose or be encouraged to self-report a problem. In either case, the Board will conduct an investigation.

If the Board finds that you have a substance abuse problem, you will likely have to participate in the Monitored Aftercare Treatment Program to continue to practicing. This confidential program is designed to help you recover from your substance abuse problem while ensuring, through regular monitoring, that you are safe to practice dentistry. If you refuse to enter this program or fail to adhere to the terms of the program agreement, your dental license may be suspended or revoked.

If you are under investigation for substance abuse or the Board has asked you to participate in a treatment program, you should speak with a knowledgeable license defense attorney as soon as possible to review options that best protect your license and reputation.

Arizona Dental License Defense Attorneys Who Stand Up & Fight for You

We understand the anxiety that dentists experience when faced with a Board of Dental Examiners investigation. You want the situation resolved as quickly as possible so that you can return your full attention to your patients and practice. The best way to make that happen is by engaging an experienced dental license defense attorney to fight for your interests.

Our Arizona dental license defense team of lawyers is dedicated to helping dentists resolve their licensing issues efficiently and favorably. Although it’s best to have a lawyer at the beginning of the process, we can step in at any stage of the investigation and fight to protect your rights and interests. We guide you through the process with honesty and understanding and are unwavering in our commitment to obtaining the best results possible.

If you are being investigated by the Board for any reason, contact us immediately at 602-562-5000. We’re ready to help you develop an effective legal strategy to keep your career on the right track.

You Need An Experienced Dental License Defense Attorney Protecting Your Rights

At Arizona Law Group, we have many years of experience representing dentists at every stage of disciplinary action. We understand how hard you’ve worked in both school & your career to obtain your dental license and we’re determined to help you protect it.

We will guide you through the process with honesty and compassion, ensuring that you fully understand your rights and options. It’s our goal to keep you working in your chosen profession with as little disruption to your career or reputation as possible.

If you’re under Board investigation or feel that your dental license is under threat, don’t hesitate to contact us without delay at 602-562-5000 so we can help protect your license and career.

Reviews of Our Phoenix AZ Dental License Defense Attorneys

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Types of Healthcare Licenses We Defend in Arizona

All healthcare workers deserve quality representation in the face of license revocation. We serve medical professionals at all levels and from all areas of healthcare.

Our professional license defense practice regularly takes on the following healthcare license cases:

When your career and reputation are called into question, you need an experienced license defense lawyer acting in your best interests.