Dentistry is one of the last professions which lacks external oversight. In other words, dentistry in Georgia, for example, remains a profession where clinical exams (office visits), diagnostic testing (x-rays and cone beam CT scans), diagnosis, treatment plans and the actual treatment are all done by the dentist, as opposed…
According to recent news coverage and the Fulton County Deputy District Attorney, a dental “practitioner” in northeast Atlanta has been arrested and accused of, among other things, of practicing dentistry without a license. (WSB-TV, October 3, 2024).As the story unfolded, patients showed up expecting dental work, but were instead surprised…
Dental care is essential to overall health, but sometimes, dental procedures lead to unintended dental injuries. One of the most significant risks associated with dental treatment is nerve damage. This blog post will explore which dental procedures often result in nerve damage, the impact of such injuries on you, and…
You’ve been injured by a dentist and need a lawyer. Choosing which lawyer to represent you in a dental malpractice case is no small task, especially since the lawyer will be representing you through all phases of litigation. If the case does not settle pre-suit, the lawyer will be filing…
Dental malpractice can occur during various procedures, but some common dental procedures result in a much higher percentage of dental malpractice claims. The reason for this is probably the complexity of the procedure, the proximity of the procedure to certain anatomical structures in the mouth and tongue and jaw and…
While three of the top dental injuries are toothache, jaw pain and broken teeth, the most prevalent injuries from dental procedures or dental malpractice in Georgia are quite different. Among the most common injuries from dental procedures are a numb tongue, numb chin, numb lip and teeth, and nerve injuries…
Dental malpractice in Georgia can take many forms. Some of the most common reasons malpractice occurs is a lack of training by the dentist performing certain procedures (such as root canals, dental implants and oral cancer screenings); a lack of communication between two dentists (whether in the same office or…
Most dental malpractice cases handled by our firm stem from root canals or dental implants that are performed below the standard of care and which result in serious dental nerve injuries. A recent case (that we did not handle) appears to have been filed by a woman who claims that…
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Over the past 25 years, I have seen all types of dental malpractice situations. Most involved a procedure (root canal, dental implants, etc.) which create a dental nerve injury. While the advances in these procedures change over time, the need…
It’s all the rage these days. Clients are asking dentists to pull all of their teeth and install all-on-four dentures. Sometimes called teeth in a day or full mouth implants, these procedures are sometimes performed in the same day. While the billboard advertisements tout shiny smiles and happy patients, this…