Malpractice: Page 7

Hawaii dentist closes office after patient lapses into coma
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A Hawaii dentist has closed his office after a young patient lapsed into a coma while getting her third molars extracted in March.
April 13, 2014
Medical Protective offers digital edition of malpractice guide
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Medical Protective has released a digital edition of its "Dental Malpractice 101 for Students & Residents" handbook.
April 9, 2014
NC court allows negligence case to continue
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A North Carolina appeals court has overturned a previous decision in the case of a negligence lawsuit filed after man's death following dental surgery in 2008.
February 18, 2014
Hawaii officials investigate child's dental death
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Hawaiian officials have started an investigation of an Oahu dentist whose 3-year-old patient died after the girl was sedated with different drugs during an extensive dental procedure.
January 8, 2014
Hawaii practice closes amid sedation death scrutiny
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Hawaii dentist Lilly Geyer, DMD, has notified her patients via a letter that she is closing her practice. This comes after a 3-year-old patient died after undergoing a dental procedure with sedation at the practice.
January 7, 2014
Hawaii girl not expected to recover; parents file lawsuit
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
A 3-year-old Hawaii girl who slipped into a coma after being sedated during a dental visit is not expected to recover, and her parents have filed a lawsuit.
January 2, 2014
Mass. senator introduces MLP bill
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Massachusetts state Sen. Harriette Chandler has filed a midlevel provider (MLP) bill to address the shortage of dentists who provide care to people eligible for MassHealth, the state's Medicaid program.
November 19, 2013
When a dentist becomes the defendant
By Megan Guthman
In a profession fueled by referrals and word-of-mouth marketing, public perception is key. A malpractice suit can tarnish a dentist's reputation and also be a financial burden. The American Student Dental Association (ASDA) offers advice on how dentists can avoid the courtroom.
October 6, 2013
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Fla. dental board votes on anesthesiology turf battle
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Florida Board of Dentistry has decided against expanding the scope of practice for certified registered nurse anesthetists.
September 4, 2013
Texas sets new rules for dental board
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Texas legislators have approved new regulations that allow the State Board of Dental Examiners to add staff to investigate complaints against dentists more efficiently.
August 7, 2013
New NY law gives dental hygienists expanded duties
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) is applauding the passage of a new law that allows dental hygienists working in certain facilities to work under collaborative agreements with dentists who have a formal relationship with the same facility.
August 1, 2013
AGD supports student loan legislation
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) today commended the U.S. Congress for passing the Bipartisan Student Loan Certainty Act of 2013 (HB 1911), which rolls back and restructures federal student loan interest rates.
July 31, 2013
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