Getting Sued in Dentistry

About this episode

Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson discuss litigation in dentistry, focusing on communication and risk management.

In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson tackle the topic of litigation in dentistry, sharing statistics and personal experiences with malpractice claims. They emphasize that even great dentists can face lawsuits, and that many claims stem more from communication breakdowns than clinical errors. The conversation focuses on what is actually within a dentist’s control, including clear patient communication, proper documentation, and setting expectations from the start. Rather than practicing in fear, they encourage dentists to focus on preventable factors that reduce risk and strengthen their ability to defend themselves if a claim arises, offering a grounded and practical perspective on navigating one of the most stressful aspects of the profession. For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com Join Carabelli Club here and save $600 on your yearly membership: https://hubs.la/Q03QQGmD0 If you’d like to chat with Martin about disability insurance, you can click here to find a time on his calendar. He’s a licensed agent and happy to connect with you. Get Kyle’s founder’s discount for Pearl AI by scheduling a demo here…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Kyle Stanley, Dr. Martin Mendelson

Topics covered

• litigation
• malpractice
• dentistry
• communication
• risk management
• patient expectations

Keywords

• dentistry
• malpractice claims
• communication breakdowns
• patient communication
• documentation
• risk reduction

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Organizations: Pearl AI, Carabelli Club, www.wellnessindentistry.com, hubs.la, discover.hellopearl.com

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