Dental work is certainly not cheap. Even small procedures are costly. Major dental work costs thousands, so when this work is not performed correctly, the patient suffers a big financial loss. More importantly, the patient can end up suffering tremendous pain and a great lack of self-confidence. No one should suffer in silence. Get help from a dental malpractice law attorney in Pontiac, MI.
There are some common causes of dental malpractice.
Cancer not Diagnosed in an Early Stage
Dentists routinely perform oral cancer screenings. If a dentist is not performing an oral cancer screening, the patient should be informed of this. If an oral cancer screening should have been performed and wasn’t, for whatever reason, the patient has been put at risk. Oral cancer can be devastating. A missed or late diagnosis can have devastating or deadly consequences.
Lack of Informed Consent
A dentist should explain a procedure thoroughly to a patient and document this by having the patient sign a consent form. If the patient will be anesthetized during the procedure, it is crucial that the work being done is what the patient anticipated. The patient could end up with unwanted extractions or other dental work that went far beyond the patient’s expectations.
Procedures the Dentist Was not Trained to Perform
Sometimes dentists fail to refer a patient to a specialist because they want to do the work and collect the payment themselves. In this case, the dentist will be held to the same standard of care as a dentist who specializes in this procedure. Performing an error during a treatment because of negligence or inexperience is harmful to the patient.
Permanent Damage
When a dental procedure doesn’t work out as it should, the patient can suffer permanent damage. Poorly done implants, lack of treatment for a severe infection and unnecessary extractions have serious repercussions.
Unnecessary Procedures
Patients trust that their dentist has their best interests at heart. Does a patient really need a root canal?
Negligence
Complications during extractions are one of the most common causes of dental malpractice. Infections can set in and become serious enough to require hospitalization.
Have you been victimized by your dentist? Contact a dental malpractice law attorney in Pontiac, MI. At the law offices of Michael F. Plourde, you’ll be treated with respect. You’ll have an attorney who will fight for the compensation you’re entitled to. Call 248-335-5220 for a free phone consultation.
