When you visit a dentist, you trust them with your health and well-being. But when dental care goes wrong due to negligence, the consequences can be painful and permanent. In Connecticut, who suffer harm from negligent dental treatment may have grounds for a dental malpractice claim.
Dental malpractice occurs when a dentist or oral health provider fails to meet the accepted standard of care, and a patient is injured as a result. Like other medical professionals, dentists are expected to act with the same level of skill and care that a reasonably competent provider would exercise under similar circumstances.
Some of the most frequent dental malpractice claims involve:
To prove a dental malpractice case in Connecticut, a patient must demonstrate:
As with medical malpractice, Connecticut law requires a Certificate of Good Faith to accompany a dental malpractice lawsuit. This includes an expert opinion confirming that the case has merit based on a review of the facts and records.
Patients generally have two years from the date of the malpractice—or the date the injury was discovered or reasonably should have been discovered—to file a lawsuit. However, no claim can be filed more than three years from the actual date of the negligent act, even if the harm was discovered later.
Dental malpractice cases can be complex and require expert testimony. You should consult a Connecticut personal injury lawyer if
At Alan Barry &Associates, we understand how distressing and frustrating it is to suffer harm from dental negligence. Our experienced attorneys work with top dental experts to build strong cases and secure fair compensation for our clients. If you believe you are a victim of dental malpractice in Connecticut, contact us today for a free consultation. Let us help you get the justice and care you deserve.
