Endodontic Treatment (“root canal therapy” or “RCT”) of mandibular molar teeth has the potential to result in damage to the inferior alveolar nerve due to direct trauma, pressure or neurotoxicity. As an Atlanta dental malpractice attorney, I find that many of these dental nerve injuries are caused by dental malpractice,…
As a 2007 study indicates, overfilling the roots with sealant during a root canal procedure can cause permanent nerve damage if not treated promptly. As the article concludes, “early surgical exploration and debridement may reverse the effects of endodontic treatment that is below the standard of care and results in…
According to some sources, between 3 and 5 million dental implants are installed each year in the United States. As an Atlanta Dental Malpractice Attorney, I have noticed that the number of injuries to the facial nerves has increased due to the increase in the number of implants being installed.…
According to a recent article, dental implants are riskier than many are lead to believe. As an Atlanta lawyer who specializes in dental malpractice, I have seen a wave of dental malpractice claims related to the improper placement of dental implants. To be sure, the technological advancements regarding dental implants…
Dental Implants are an effective treatment for missing teeth. In fact, they are the preferred treatment because they integrate into the jaw just like you natural teeth. Unfortunately, with the rise of dental implant procedures, there has been a rise in dental malpractice claims caused by these implants procedures. The…
This happens all too often here in Atlanta and in other parts of the country but I rarely take the time to write about it. However, I feel compelled to share what happened recently to help other victims of dental malpractice. I received a call from a very nice woman who…
As a Georgia trial lawyer who specializes in Dental Malpractice, I represent clients who have suffered lingual and inferior alveolar nerve injuries and other maxillofacial nerve injuries caused by Oral Surgeon dental malpractice. Today, I read that an oral surgeon in Oklahoma who has “voluntarily” closed his offices after health…
Injury to a nerve is the most common problem I encounter as an Atlanta Dental Malpractice Attorney. This type of injury is caused by the implant being too long for the application or being screwed too far into the bone and compromising the inferior alveolar nerve canal. Unfortunately, this type…
With the new year upon us, many people contemplate dental work as a way to have a new beginning or to get ready for the new year. As an Atlanta Dental Malpractice lawyer, I am far too aware of injuries that can result from botched dental work. Dental implants, root…
Most people don’t consider that dental malpractice lawsuits make up a considerable portion of the overall number of medical malpractice lawsuits filed in Georgia. Dental malpractice suits make up their own category, and like all other healthcare professionals, dentists are legally responsible when unacceptable treatment services are rendered. The total…