→ A relationship between the dental professional and patient existed
→ The professional was negligent in their duties and administered care that a competent dental professional would not have
→ The negligent actions caused an injury
→ The injury led to damages
Oftentimes patients misinterpret malpractice law because they do not have a clear understanding of the four pillars that must occur to prove malpractice. Due to misinterpretation of the law, the damages requirement is often embellished to include short-term pain or injuries that were unrelated to the dental procedure that occurred. Thus, it is imperative that dental providers analyze and clearly communicate the fact patterns to substantiate a strong defense.
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