I currently work as a dental assistant, and thankfully, I have never personally had to…

I currently work as a dental assistant, and thankfully, I have never personally had to deal with a malpractice issue at my office. However, I have heard many stories and discussions about malpractice within the dental field. The case involving Dr. Justin Scott is an example of how serious these issues can become. The allegations included allowing unlicensed individuals to provide patient care, providing treatment below the standard of care, billing patients for services that were not provided, and complications related to orthodontic and implant treatment.Working in a dental office has shown me how important it is for everyone on the dental team to follow proper procedures, stay within their scope of practice, and always put patient safety first. Even though I have not experienced a malpractice situation firsthand, hearing about these cases makes me more aware of how important our responsibilities are. Proper documentation, communication, and following established protocols can help prevent mistakes. I believe every member of the dental team plays an important role in protecting patients and maintaining a safe and professional environment.