Dental Disputes takes an in-depth look at real patient complaints about their dental care. From communication breakdowns to total malpractice, we uncover these stories in order to help dentists avoid similar pitfalls.
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Send us a text Dr. F, a pediatric dentist, is suing over a harsh Google review allegedly written by a former employee’s associate. With no record of the patient, Dr. F claims the review was defamatory. Connect with Santa at srabi@rabilaw.ca. More information about her law firm can be found at rabilaw.ca
13 Apr 2025
#6 The Case of Dr. P: 22 Fillings in a Single 8-hour Visit
Send us a text In this episode, we explore the case of Dr. P, a dentist who performed extensive dental work—drilling into 22 teeth—during a single 8-hour appointment. This unusual case has raised questions about patient care, informed consent, and professional standards in dentistry. Connect with Santa at srabi@rabilaw.ca. More information about her law firm can be found at rabilaw.ca
12 Apr 2025
#8: The Cases of Drs. A & D: Social Media
Send us a text In this episode we discuss two cases related to TikTok and Snapchat Connect with Santa at srabi@rabilaw.ca. More information about her law firm can be found at rabilaw.ca
30 Mar 2025
# 7 The Case of Dr. Y: The Wind Farm Dilemma
Send us a text Dr. Y has been implicated in ethical controversies due to his opposition to local wind farm developments. Reports indicate that he has refused dental services to long-standing patients who support these wind energy projects. These practices have led to formal complaints filed with the Human Rights Tribunal and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons, the latter of which has charged Dr. Y with four counts of disgraceful, dishonourable, or unethical conduct. Connect with Santa at s...
27 Feb 2025
#5 The Case of Dr. H: Assault with Local Anesthetic Syringe
Send us a text Dr. H was accused of threatening two staff members, one of whom was also his patient, with a loaded hypodermic needle when dissatisfied with their performance. These actions led to criminal charges, and in 2018, Dr. H pled guilty to two counts of assault with a weapon. Consequently, the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO) conducted disciplinary hearings, resulting in a five-month suspension of his dental license, mandatory completion of an ethics program, and a ...
16 Feb 2025
#4 The Case of Dr. Q: Extraction of Asymptomatic Teeth
Send us a text Dr. Q, a general dentist in Ontario, treated Gloria, a patient with Lyme disease, for various dental concerns. In 2017, he extracted an infected tooth and placed an implant the same day. Later, he recommended extracting all nine of her root canal-treated teeth, citing concerns about dead tissue affecting her health. Despite Gloria’s reservations and her doctor’s concerns, he emphasized urgency while downplaying risks. Between 2018 and 2019, Dr. Q performed extensive extractions...
9 Feb 2025
#3 The Case of Dr. I: Impaired Driving
Send us a text The trial of Dr. I revolved around a fatal car crash that occurred in 2011. Dr. I, a dentist from Ontario, was charged with impaired driving causing death and dangerous driving causing death after colliding head-on with another vehicle. After a lengthy trial, Dr. I was found guilty of impaired and dangerous driving causing death and was sentenced to five years in prison. The case attracted significant public attention due to the involvement of a medical professional and ...
1 Feb 2025
#2 The Case of Dr. M: Accused of Abusing Paediatric Patients
Send us a text The information from this case was taken from media coverage, please note that this case is still ongoing and no charges have been laid. Connect with Santa at srabi@rabilaw.ca. More information about her law firm can be found at rabilaw.ca
25 Jan 2025
#1 The Case of Dr T: Relationships with Patients
Send us a text Connect with Santa at srabi@rabilaw.ca. More information about her law firm can be found at rabilaw.ca
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