Dental Care Delay Compensation

Summary

If you experience a delay in receiving dentures, you have the right to quality care and can pursue legal action for negligence or breach of contract. Document all communications with the dental provider and consider sending a formal demand letter. You can also file complaints with the California Dental Board and Health & Human Services. Consulting a lawyer can help you explore further legal actions.

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On June *, *, Brian went to Western Dental expecting partial tooth removal and to keep some bottom teeth. At Brian’s request, all remaining teeth were extracted the same day to avoid multiple surgeries, with the promise that dentures would follow shortly. Since then, Western Dental has failed to provide dentures, leaving Brian completely toothless for over 40 days. At follow-up visits on July * and July *, Brian was told the dentures still weren’t ready, and was sent away without treatment or alternatives. ???? Harm Caused Ongoing pain and suffering Malnutrition and weight loss Public embarrassment and emotional distress Avoidance of social interactions and family Inability to eat solid food or speak comfortably Complete lack of urgency from the provider ???? Demand Brian is demanding $*,* in compensation Gave Western Dental * calendar days to respond or pay Prepared to file a lawsuit and report to the Dental Board and Department of Health & Human Services (OCR)
It sounds like a tough situation, Brian. Here are some steps you could consider:
- Document all communication with Western Dental, including dates and details of conversations.
- Send a formal demand letter outlining your grievances and compensation demand.
- Consider filing a complaint with the California Dental Board and Health & Human Services.
- Consult a lawyer for potential legal action.
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what are my rights
In your situation, you have several rights and options:
- Right to Quality Care: You should receive timely and adequate dental care.
- Contractual Rights: If there was an agreement for dentures, they must fulfill it.
- Right to File Complaints: You can file complaints with the California Dental Board and Health & Human Services.
- Legal Rights: You may pursue legal action for negligence or breach of contract.
Would you like to connect with a local lawyer to explore legal actions further?