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Dr. F, a pediatric dentist, is suing over a harsh Google review allegedly written by a former employee’s associate. With no record of the patient, Dr. F claims the review was defamatory.

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In this episode, we explore the case of Dr. P, a dentist who performed extensive dental work—drilling into 22 teeth—during a single 8-hour appointment. This unusual case has raised questions about patient care, informed consent, and professional standards in dentistry.

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In this episode we discuss two cases related to TikTok and Snapchat

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​Dr. Y has been implicated in ethical controversies due to his opposition to local wind farm developments. Reports indicate that he has refused dental services to long-standing patients who support these wind energy projects. These practices have led to formal complaints filed with the Human Rights Tribunal and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons, the latter of which has charged Dr. Y with four counts of disgraceful, dishonourable, or unethical conduct.

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Dr. H was accused of threatening two staff members, one of whom was also his patient, with a loaded hypodermic needle when dissatisfied with their performance. These actions led to criminal charges, and in 2018, Dr. H pled guilty to two counts of assault with a weapon. Consequently, the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO) conducted disciplinary hearings, resulting in a five-month suspension of his dental license, mandatory completion of an ethics program, and a $15,000 fine. This case underscores the critical importance of maintaining professional and ethical conduct within healthcare settings.

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Dr. Q, a general dentist in Ontario, treated Gloria, a patient with Lyme disease, for various dental concerns. In 2017, he extracted an infected tooth and placed an implant the same day. Later, he recommended extracting all nine of her root canal-treated teeth, citing concerns about dead tissue affecting her health. Despite Gloria’s reservations and her doctor’s concerns, he emphasized urgency while downplaying risks.

Between 2018 and 2019, Dr. Q performed extensive extractions and placed seven implants. Gloria later experienced pain and functional issues. Second opinions revealed poor planning, improper implant placement, excessive cement use, and no pre-existing infections in her extracted teeth. Dr. L, a new dentist, found that many implants were loose and poorly positioned.

Gloria filed a complaint, leading to Dr. Q’s suspension and penalties for unnecessary treatment, poor standards, misleading claims, and excessive fees. This case highlights ethical concerns in dental care and the importance of informed consent.

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The trial of Dr. I revolved around a fatal car crash that occurred in 2011. Dr. I, a dentist from Ontario, was charged with impaired driving causing death and dangerous driving causing death after colliding head-on with another vehicle. After a lengthy trial, Dr. I was found guilty of impaired and dangerous driving causing death and was sentenced to five years in prison. The case attracted significant public attention due to the involvement of a medical professional and the legal debates over impaired driving laws in Canada.

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The information from this case was taken from media coverage, please note that this case is still ongoing and no charges have been laid.

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