dental board; formal hearings

This bill amends the Arizona Dental Board's authority to handle complaints against dentists by clarifying procedures for investigations and disciplinary actions. It establishes a four-year time limit for investigating complaints, with specific exceptions for serious issues like sexual misconduct or felony convictions, and allows the board to conduct formal hearings when violations are suspected. The legislation also grants the board expanded powers to issue subpoenas, charge hearing costs to violators, and accept voluntary license surrenders from dentists who admit to unprofessional conduct. Additionally, the bill outlines various non-disciplinary options, such as issuing letters of concern or requiring continuing education, when a complaint does not warrant severe punishment.