Can You Sue Your Orthodontist?

Yes, you can sue your orthodontist for malpractice. Orthodontists are held to certain competency standards when providing treatment to their patients. If they don’t meet these standards, patients can get compensation through their medical malpractice lawyers for any resulting injuries.

Yes, orthodontists may be involved in unfair billing practices.

If an orthodontist makes an error in treatment, this can lead to the teeth being moved out of alignment. untreated misalignments can cause problems such as: difficulty chewing and speaking properly crowding or restricted jaw movement a wide smile that appears forced or fake increased tooth decay and inflammation Orthodontic procedures may also require replacement of missing teeth or a reduction in the size of teeth that are still in alignment.

In order to prove orthodontic malpractice, a plaintiff must show that: (1) the orthodontist acted negligently; and (2) as a result of the negligence, the plaintiff suffered harm. In cases in which teeth were incorrectly placed or Ortho Novus treated McConnell’s syndrome patients with radiation without proper informed consent, it can be difficult for plaintiffs to successfully prove negligence. Plaintiff may need expert testimony to show that Ortho Novus x-ray technician did not adhere to recognized standards for radiation exposure and consent forms did not accurately reflect patient information.

There are a few things you should know before filing a lawsuit against a dentist for medical malpractice. First, the alleged negligence must have resulted in some kind of injury - dental surgery isn't typically considered "medical" negligence. Secondly, it's important to remember that dentists are protected by state laws that Often make it difficult to prove their guilt in court. Finally, seeking damages from a dentist can be expensive and time-consuming, so you may want to speak with an attorney before doing anything.