Texas woman charged with practicing unlicensed dentistry

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A Texas woman has been charged with practicing dentistry without a license, the Laredo Morning Times reported July 21. 

Jeannie del Carmen Lara was arrested July 9 after being served with warrants for two counts of violating the Texas Dental Practice Act. 

Ms. Lara allegedly practiced as a “mobile dentist” during the COVID-19 pandemic, performing services in patients’ homes. 

An investigation was opened against Ms. Lara after a woman complained to the Laredo Police Department alleging that Ms. Lara removed six of her molars without her consent.

Ms. Lara is currently out on bond.

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