The patient is 62 years old with a cardiac history such that she is on anti-coagulants. Her dental, and medical, history are known by her general dentist. She develops pain in her upper back tooth (tooth #2). That tooth had undergone a root canal procedure followed...
Category: Dental Malpractice
How Will Technology Impact My Dental Malpractice Case?
In the 21st century, technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, shaping how we interact, work, and navigate the world. From streamlining processes to enhancing communication, technology has had a profound impact across various domains, including legal matters. As technology continues to advance, its influence on dental malpractice cases...
Examples of Malpractice in Dentistry and Common Lawsuits
Lance Ehrenberg, Esq. has specialized in dental malpractice law for more then 25 years. Our office has an impressive history of successful outcomes, having assisted victims of all sorts of dental malpractice in recovering meaningful compensation. If you have suffered personal injury due to a dentist’s negligence, we are here...
Legal Recourse for Patients: Seeking Justice for Faulty Dental Implant Procedures in New York
Dental implants have revolutionized the way we approach dental restoration. Because of the complexity of the implant procedure, however, there is considerable room for error, and when mistakes occur due to dental negligence, patients may face serious, long-term complications. At the law offices of Lance Ehrenberg, Esq., we've seen firsthand how dental...
A Primer on Oral Infections and How They Can Lead to Charges of Dental Negligence
Oral infections, while common, can sometimes lead to serious health complications. No excuse is sufficient to justify serious oral infections when they are caused or exacerbated by dental negligence. As an experienced dental malpractice attorney in New York, Lance Ehrenberg, Esq., has seen numerous cases in which negligence has led...
Ask the Attorney: What is the statute of limitations for dental malpractice in New York?
Though this may seem to be a simple question with a short, numerical answer, you will have to read this blog to fully understand and ins and outs of the dental malpractice statute of limitations in New York. If you have been a victim of dental malpractice in the Empire State, you...
Establishing Negligence in Bad Crown and Bridge Cases
Dentistry is a much older profession than most people think. While dental crowns were not used until the very early 20th century, the ancient Egyptians were already using gold and silver to wire to thread artificial teeth together.
Although both types of prosthetics have been greatly perfected during all...
Watch Out for General Dentists’ Prescription Errors
Dental prescription errors are more common than most patients realize, especially among general dentists. These mistakes, though unintentional, can lead to serious health consequences for patients in which case they constitute dental malpractice. If you have suffered harm because of a general dentist’s prescription error in New York, it’s time to contact...
Nerve Damage from Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Legal and Medical Insights
Although wisdom tooth extractions are extremely common and usually don’t cause problems, for patients who suffer permanent nerve damage as a result the procedure can have a life-altering negative impact. In many cases, such nerve damage is the result of dental negligence on the part of the general dentist, exodontist, or...
Proving Negligence in Failed Root Canal Cases: Building a Strong Legal Claim
Root canals, already synonymous with unpleasant experiences, become exponentially worse when dental malpractice is involved. The complications caused by a dentist’s negligence before, during or after the procedure can lead to long-term health problems or even, in rare cases, a fatality. If you have suffered serious harm as a result...