What is Dental Malpractice? Lawsuit Against Dentist

Dental malpractice is the failure of a dental professional to follow the accepted standards of practice of his or her profession, resulting in harm to the patient. Usually, proof of failure to comply with accepted standards of dental practice requires the testimony of someone with expertise in dentistry. Some states have special evidentiary rules applicable to malpractice claims.

Relevant legal forms include:

• Jury Instruction - Dental Malpractice (Jury Instruction)
• Jury Instruction - Elements - Dental Malpractice (Jury Instruction)