How long after dental treatment can you complain?
You can complain in writing, by email or by speaking to someone. Your complaint must be made within 12 months of receiving treatment.
What is unprofessional conduct in dentistry?
Unprofessional conduct by a dentist shall include the following: (1) having professional discipline imposed, including the denial of licensure, by the dental licensing authority of another state, territory, or country.
What can you sue a dentist for?
Treatment without cause: Dentists can be held liable for providing treatment that a patient does not need. Dental implant errors: A botched implant can result in cosmetic issues, bone damage from failed grafts, infections and more. Nerve damage: Excessive pressure with dentistry instruments could cause nerve damage.
What can you do if a dentist messed up?
If you feel you have a strong dental malpractice case, your first step should be to contact a law firm with an experienced malpractice lawyer. They should offer a free consultation and ask questions about the dental care you received.
How often do dentists make mistakes?
Even very experienced dentists make mistakes. While roughly thirteen percent of all malpractice claims are against dentists, it is not unfair to say that many more instances of dental malpractice exist that go unreported. This is because many people are hesitant to sue.
What are some benefits of being a member of the ADAA?
Other benefits of membership include a subscription to The Dental Assistant, the journal of the ADAA; professional liability, accidental death and dismemberment, and medical insurance options; awards and scholarship opportunities; a membership loan program; credit card options; and other discounts.
How long must dental records be kept in California?
seven years
Section 123145 of the California Health and Safety Code states that the minimum retention time of patient records is seven years only if the dentist ceases operation. Beyond that, California law does not specify the period of time that patient records must be maintained after the patient discontinues treatment.