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Domestic and Foreign literature review of Dental Accidents and Malpractice claims  

Kim, Myeng Ki (Department of Dental Services Management and Informatic School of Dentistry, Seoul National University)
Cho, Han A (Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Wonkwang University)
Lee, Jin-han (Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Wonkwang University)
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The Journal of the Korean dental association / v.53, no.2, 2015 , pp. 82-95 More about this Journal
Abstract
Background: Interest in medical malpractice claims and accidents is a day-to-day social issue to general public as well as medical personnel. Related laws and regulations already have been established, and institutions based on the laws and regulations also have been founded. However, in our dental community, interest and response to the issue seem insufficient. Methods: We searched four medical literature databases that are mainly cited in the medical community. Keywords including 'dental malpractice claims', 'patient safety' and 'medical accident' were used for the search. Among the selected literatures, we chose specific ones separately whose content is authentic and easily approachable. Results: Medical malpractice claims and accidents tend to increase around the world. As the cost or the difficulty level of surgery increases, the dispute rate also increases, which appears even more apparent in developed countries. Preventive measures to prevent the disputes and accidents are not significantly different. Three critical of them include relationship of doctor with patient, the informed consent and medical record. Conclusion: Tools for accident occurrence or communication improvement have been introduced. All of those cost time and money. However, education or professional request of liability insurance companies, self-education and provision of guidelines can be immediately implemented. To implement those, dentists' promotion at the regional or national level is imperative. rhBMP-2 is widely used at sinus augmentation, alveolar bone defect, and socket preservation.
Keywords
Dental malpractice claims; Dental accident; literature review; Patient safety;
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