(a) Information concerning suspected impairment may be received by the North Carolina Caring Dental Professionals through any of the following sources:
- (1) reports of physicians, psychologists or counselors;
- (2) reports from family members, staff or other individuals;
- (3) self‑referral; or
- (4) referral by the Board.
- (b) When information of suspected impairment is received, the Program shall conduct an investigation and routine inquiries to determine the validity of the report.
- (c) Dentists and dental hygienists suspected of impairment may be required to submit to personal interviews if the investigation and inquiries indicate the report of impairment may be valid.
History Note: Authority G.S. 90‑48; 90‑48.2; 90-48.3;
Eff. April 1, 1994;
Temporary Amendment Eff. August 20, 1999;
Amended Eff. April 1, 2001;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. January 9, 2018.