Should my dentist be responsible financially for fees incurred at another office caused by a file being left behind?

August 13, 2015
Asked By:ignanfl in Newnan, GA

One year ago I had a root canal by my general dentist and the file broke off and was left there. Now I have an infection and need to see a specialist. Should my general dentist be responsible financially for fees incurred at the specialists office that are directly related to the infected tooth with the broken file? How about for the new crown?

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August 14, 2015

Answer: Teeth

August 14, 2015

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