In a recent news article there was a story about a dentist in Texas who, allegedly, while under the influence of alcohol, botched a surgical procedure on a woman. Lawsuits are pending.
It is interesting to note that medical and dental professionals are not immune to substance abuse.
This is incredibly disturbing when you think about how many people get treatment every day from dentists they know nothing about. How many times have you picked a random doctor off of your insurance list? I know I have done it, figuring that if my insurance lists them, they must be good enough. They have a degree and a license to practice so it must be safe. And for some, it might be, but unfortunately, it is still an incredible risk to take.
Most people aren't even aware that you CAN research any doctor with a license. Information such as where they went to school, when they graduated, complaints, infractions, etc. can be obtained by the general public. It's as simple as a Google.com search for your local dental or medical board.
Such a simple step could have changed everything for that poor woman.
When it comes to your health, you can never be too careful! Whatever you do, whether it be a dentist, a doctor or surgeon, even an anesthesiologist, do your homework and ALWAYS KNOW who is working on you!
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