Human teeth are incredibly sensitive. Without the use of numbing agents like Novocain, even minor dental work would be excruciating. But for major procedures, like having wisdom teeth pulled, local anesthetic isn’t always sufficient. In these cases, the dentist might have to use a general anesthetic to render the patient completely unconscious. General anesthesia has […]
Category: Medical Malpractice
What was the Cause of Your Child’s Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral Palsy is among the most common causes of chronic disability in children. It is a disorder that impairs control of body movement. Its symptoms often include reduced muscle coordination, spastic or exaggerated type movements, muscle stiffness and gait/balance issues. Although cerebral palsy affects a person’s muscle movement, it isn’t caused by problems in the muscles or nerves. It is […]
How Often Do Doctors Make Mistakes?
Phobias about hospitals, doctors, and dentists are common – but then again, so are serious medical mistakes. While most medical professionals do everything in their power to provide their patients with precise and skillful care, the alarming reality is that hundreds of thousands of people are injured or wrongfully killed every year because of doctor […]
Medical Malpractice: When Should You Sue Your Doctor?
When people need medical treatment, they take comfort in knowing that their doctor is a highly trained medical expert who has spent years honing his/her skills. As patients, we all want to receive the medical care possible. At a minimum, all patients deserve treatment at a level of skill, expertise, and care possessed and practiced by physicians in the same […]
