How to Report Dental Malpractice

Receiving very poor care from a dentist can be very scary, but when they perform below the standard care of dentistry it is time to report them. If you believe you are a victim of unacceptable care that constitutes malpractice you can file a complaint with the dental board. This is usually done in the state where you live.

• Before filing your complaint, you may try talking to your dentist to clear up any misunderstanding or confusion. If you have been assaulted or injured by your dentist there is no need to talk. Proceed with your complaint. If you fully believe your dentist has, or is, engaging in illegal and unethical activities that is related to their profession it is your responsibility to the public to report this crime.  If your dentist is not a member of organized dentistry and does not belong to the local and/or state association, contact your state Department of Consumer Affairs dental board examiner's office.


• You may also, go to the website of your state dental board. There you will file an application to download to file your complaint. There are a few states that do not have a separate board from other medical professionals. For those that do not you will file your complaint with the medical board in your state. You will not receive any money restitution by filing a complaint. If you are seeking financial expenses due to damages, you will have to file a lawsuit. You will be required to have a lawyer for this.


• Fill out the complaint form. Make sure you exact dates and incidents recorded of when the problem with your dentist occurred. This is very important information. If you do not understand the questions being asked, seek help in filling out the form. Make sure you put all the details of the alleged dental malpractice information. Submit the complaint form in the manner required by the dental board.