Retired dentist cited after pediatric patient experiences brain damage after dentist visit: 4 insights

Retired Alberta, Canada dentist Dr. William Mather was found in violation of his professional and ethical duties after a pediatric patient left her dental procedure with brain damage, according to The Star.

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Here are four insights:

1. The Alberta Dental Association and College accused Dr. Mather of failing his duties after a 4-year-old was rushed to the hospital after Dr. Mather performed a dental procedure.

2. Investigators alleged Dr. Mather and his staff were not properly trained to treat the patient’s medical emergency.

3. While the Alberta Dental Association and College found Dr. Mather failed his duties, they have not determined the course of action, as Dr. Mather is now retired.

4. The Alberta Dental Association and College’s responsibility is to protect the public with its standards of practice and the code of ethics.

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