Schedule a Free Consultation Today
Dental malpractice occurs when a dentist fails to follow the accepted standard of care necessary, leaving his patients at risk for a number of preventable mishaps, injuries, and diseases. The failure to diagnose and treat periodontal disease is an all too common occurrence, and our dental malpractice attorneys at The Law Offices of Fred B. Goldberg, PC refuse to sit back and watch yet another patient become victim to this completely avoidable situation.
If you are suffering from periodontal disease as a result of your dentist’s failure to diagnose or treat the disease, consider the following:
X-rays – Have you taken x-rays recently? If so, have you been kept entirely up to date and informed about what was learned through observing your x-rays? If there is any progression of bone loss and you were not notified, your dentist may be held liable.
Periodontal exam – Have you had a periodontal exam? This is often done by full-mouth spot probing and charting, and your dentist should keep some sort of records of doing this every year or so.
Failure to refer – If you suffer from periodontal disease and your dentist never referred you to a periodontist, you may have a case for negligence.
Documentation – It is your dentist’s responsibility to ensure all of your charts contain notes specific to your case. Your chart should include all findings, whether they are normal or out of the ordinary.
At The Law Offices of Fred B. Goldberg, PC, we understand just how devastating it can be to suffer from an injury or disease which could have been entirely prevented. If you suffer from periodontal disease because your dentist failed to diagnose or treat you, our legal team wants you to know you aren’t alone. With the help of our dental malpractice attorneys, you will be able to construct a legitimate case against your dentist, absolving you from extremely expensive medical bills and any emotional distress you may have suffered throughout this entire ordeal. We will guide you every step of the way, because obtaining a successful outcome on your behalf is our main priority.
To schedule an initial consultation with our dental malpractice attorneys today, please don’t hesitate to call us or complete an online form today.
Proving dental negligence is a complex process that requires a comprehensive understanding of legal definitions, clinical standards, and the specifics of each unique case. Dental negligence occurs when a dentist fails to deliver the expected standard of care, resulting in harm to the patient.
Experiencing pain and suffering due to a dental procedure can be distressing and raise the question of whether legal action is an option. Suing a dentist for pain and suffering is absolutely possible, particularly if it can be proven that the dentist's negligence led to the injuries. This article will explore the legal grounds for such a lawsuit and the steps involved.
When you undergo a tooth extraction, your dentist will typically use a local anesthetic to numb the area. This is essential for ensuring a pain-free procedure. The numbing effect is achieved through the administration of anesthetics such as lidocaine or articaine, which block nerve signals in the targeted area.
