Q: Can I sue a dental office for malpractice? Last August went to dentist for partial upper and lower dentures.
Was put under sedation so didn’t notice until I got home that every tooth had been pulled. They had an orthopedic surgeon come in to do the procedure but unfortunately he was given the wrong info. I contacted the office the same day through my niece whom works there. The Dentist that did the procedure react out to me right away through phone calls and text. He was really upset also and promised me that he would make it right. We’ll long story short I did go back into the office the next week so they could tell me they screwed up and them and the dentist that actually did the procedure would give me full implant because of there mistake. Now the dentist I am seeing for implant he has been living up to his end. Which I really appreciate. But this wouldn’t have happened if the dental office hadn’t of screwed up my paperwork. I still have anxiety when going into office. And yes I may be getting an upgrade. There has been other financial and emotional.would this be worth pursuing
A:
No wonder you’re upset.
You have a case. Consult with experienced attorneys in the state where this occurred.
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