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Dental phobia – the fear of going to the dentist – is a fairly well documented phenomenon in the U.S. Many people do not like to go to the dentist because of the fear of pain or helplessness. Some people just don’t like the sounds associated with a dental treatment.
Simply inducing fear, however, is no grounds for a dental malpractice claim. However, when a dentist’s actions (or inaction) cause an injury – either intentionally or unintentionally – it may be considered dental malpractice.
Incidents of dental malpractice can include:
• Failure to diagnose an oral condition or disease
• Failure to treat an oral condition or disease
• Negligent dental work
• Delayed diagnosis or treatment
• Treatment without patient consent
• Intentional misconduct
Some of the injuries that can occur as a result of dental malpractice include:
• Oral injuries during root canals
• Oral infections caused by faulty root canal work
• Oral infections caused by dental tools
• Injuries caused by faulty tools or devices
• Nerve damage to the jaw, lips or face
• Loss of taste
• Numbness
• Injuries, infection or death caused by oral surgery
• Injuries, infection or death caused by improper use of anesthesia
• Injuries, infection or death caused by an unlicensed dentist or hygienist
If you or a member of your family have been the victim of dental malpractice and suffered any physical or emotional loss, contact our Jacksonville personal injury law firm.