نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
تازه های تحقیق
رضا حاتم: Google Scholar, PubMed
آزاده کاظمی صالح: Google Scholar, PubMed
سیدعبدالکریم طباطبایی: Google Scholar, PubMed
فاطمه عزیزی: Google Scholar, PubMed
عنوان مقاله English
نویسندگان English
Introduction: In recent years, even with the extensive and advanced resources available in dentistry, patient dissatisfaction and complaints have been increasing. Given that majority of complaints resulted in criminal prosecution and the legal practitioners. This study aimed to evaluate the frequency and causes of dental malpractice complaints filed with the Medical Council Organization of Kermanshah Province from 2020 to 2023.
Materials and Methods: In this descriptive- analytical study, we assessed complaints against dentists during 2020-2023 in Kermanshah. The statistical significance in this study was established at p≤ 0.05 .
Results: In this study, 109 files of lawsuits against dentists were examined. According to the results obtained, the majority of complaints were directed towards general dentists, especially males (P=0.75). Over fifty percent of the individuals who filed complaints were female. Most complaints were related to the treatment of dentists with less than 10 years of experience (P=0.75). The most frequent types of dental issues were associated with prostheses and implants, endodontic, restorative dentistry, orthodontics, and surgery.
Conclusion: These findings highlight the importance of improving practical skills, communicating effectively with patients, and continuing education in treatment management and professional ethics, especially for dentists with less experience.
کلیدواژهها English