Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in California
Major Dentist problem
I have been going to the same
dentist for the past 2o years . A few
years ago I complained about
soreness and he would give me a
shot of antibiotics for the swelling. He
recently retired . I began going to
another highly regarded dentist. Well
I have a very very bad case of gum disease which my last dentist never
mentioned or mentioned to do deep
cleanings because I have a bridge.
Because he never made these recommendations I have very
advanced gum disease.
The gum disease has become so bad
recently I had to get 7 teeth pulled. I
believe my dentist who retired this
year is to blame. What is my next
step? It has cost me a fortune for
,extracting the teeth bridges,
consutlations, x rays etc...
Thank you
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Major Dentist problem
Ask your current dentist if he/she believes that the periodontal disease should have been identified and addressed by your prior dentist and if he/she thinks that had that been done, the extractions and subsequent work would not have been necessary. If your current dentist does state this opinion, make sure he/she documents it in your chart.
Re: Major Dentist problem
If you get an opinion from your new dentist that this was negligence by the old dentist, then you will have grounds for a malpractice action. Consult with local counsel.
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