Dental malpractice occurs when a dentist or other dental professional deviates from the accepted standards of care and causes harm to a patient. This can include a wide range of actions, such as failing to diagnose or treat a condition properly, using improper techniques, or causing injury during a procedure.
Dental malpractice can have serious consequences for patients, including pain, suffering, permanent injury, and even death. In some cases, dental malpractice can also lead to financial losses, such as the cost of additional medical treatment or lost wages.