(a)

1. (1) A dentist shall file a morbidity report with the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners within thirty (30) days after:

   1. (A) The occurrence; or
   2. (B) Such a time as the dentist becomes aware of or reasonably should have become aware of the incident.

2. (2)

   1. (A) This includes the hospitalization of a dental patient as a possible consequence of receiving dental services from the reporting dentist.
   2. (B) “Hospitalization” shall be defined as an examination at a hospital or emergency medical facility that results in an inpatient admission for the purpose of treatment or monitoring.

(b) A dentist shall file a mortality report with the board within five (5) days after:

1. (1) The occurrence of a death; or
2. (2) Such time as the dentist becomes aware or reasonably should have become aware of the death.

(c) A dentist who fails to file a report as required by this section and the board is:

1. (1) In violation of this subpart; and
2. (2) Subject to all penalties and fines associated with this violation.