Dental malpractice may occur when a dental provider fails to properly diagnose or treat an oral health condition. Though you may believe the problem is confined to just your mouth, these injuries can sometimes even cause death. The negligent conduct that can lead to a dental malpractice case can include, among other things:

  • Injuries to the nerves of the jaw, lips, and tongue.
  • Wrongful death resulting from dental procedures.
  • Anesthesia injuries and anesthesia deaths.
  • Failure to detect or diagnose oral cancer.
  • Failure to examine for or diagnose periodontal disease.
  • Failed orthognathic surgery.
  • Osteoradionecrosis following dental extractions in an irradiated jaw.

How do I find a dentist?

The American Dental Association offers these suggestions:
• Ask family, friends, neighbors or co-workers for recommendations.
• Ask your family physician or local pharmacist.
• If you're moving, your current dentist may be able to make a recommendation.
• Call or write your local or state dental society. Your local and state dental societies also may be listed in the telephone directory under "dentists" or "associations." You may want to call or visit more than one dentist before making your decision. Dental care is a very personalized service that requires a good relationship between the dentist and the patient.

What should I look for when choosing a dentist?

You may wish to consider several dentists before making your decision. During your first visit, you should be able to determine if this is the right dentist for you. Consider the following:

-Does the office appear to be clean, neat and orderly?
-Was your medical and dental history recorded and placed in a permanent file?
-Does the dentist explain techniques that will help you prevent dental health problems? Is dental health instruction provided?
-Are special arrangements made for handling emergencies outside of office hours? (Most dentists make arrangements with a colleague or emergency referral service if they are unable to tend to emergencies.)
-Is information provided about fees and payment plans before treatment is scheduled?
-Is your dentist a member of the ADA?

All ADA member dentists voluntarily agree to abide by the high ethical standards reflected in the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct as a condition of their membership.
You and your dentist are partners in maintaining your oral health. Take time to ask questions and take notes if that will help you remember your dentist's advice. Visit the American Dental Association at www.ada.org.

What is the difference between a DDS and a DMD?

The DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) are the same degrees. The difference is a matter of semantics. The majority of dental schools award the DDS degree; however, some award a DMD degree. The education and degrees are the same.

 

 

 

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