Understanding Dental Malpractice
Not every bad outcome qualifies as malpractice, but when a dental professional fails to meet the accepted standard of care and causes harm, the law provides a remedy. Dental malpractice can occur in general dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, or cosmetic procedures. Attorney Andy Holliday evaluates whether your provider acted negligently and whether that negligence directly caused your injuries.
Examples of dental malpractice include:
- Improper tooth extractions causing nerve or jaw damage
- Failure to diagnose or treat oral infections, abscesses, or cancer
- Anesthesia errors leading to complications or loss of consciousness
- Incorrectly performed root canals, crowns, or implants
- Unnecessary procedures or overtreatment
- Failure to obtain informed consent before performing a procedure
- Leaving instruments or materials in the mouth after surgery
Consequences of Dental Negligence
Dental injuries can have lifelong consequences, from chronic pain and difficulty eating to permanent facial nerve damage or disfigurement. Attorney Andy Holliday understands that these injuries aren’t just physical—they often lead to emotional distress, embarrassment, and financial strain from corrective treatments.
Common complications resulting from dental malpractice include:
- Permanent numbness or loss of sensation
- Severe infection requiring hospitalization
- Damage to the jawbone or sinuses
- Speech or swallowing difficulties
- Prolonged pain and sensitivity
- Cosmetic deformities
Building a Strong Dental Malpractice Case
Proving dental malpractice requires evidence that the provider breached the professional standard of care and that this breach caused measurable harm. Attorney Andy Holliday works with qualified dental experts to review records, imaging, and testimony to establish negligence and causation. His process includes:
- Obtaining and reviewing all dental and medical records
- Consulting with independent dental specialists
- Documenting all injuries, expenses, and ongoing pain
- Calculating total damages, including corrective procedures and lost wages
- Negotiating with insurers or pursuing litigation in Georgia courts
Compensation You May Be Entitled To
Victims of dental malpractice may recover damages for both economic and non-economic losses, including:
- Medical and dental expenses (including future corrective procedures)
- Lost wages or reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress or mental anguish
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Attorney Andy Holliday builds every case meticulously to ensure clients receive the full value of their claims.
