Family files lawsuit in death of 3-year-old boy at Wichita dentist office

 

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The family of a Scott City boy who died during a dental procedure has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. Court records show an attorney representing the family of three-year-old Abiel Zapata Valenzuela filed the lawsuit just before noon on Tuesday.

The procedure took place on July 6, 2021, at Tiny Teeth Pediatric Dentistry (TTPD) in west Wichita. Abiel was there for a routine dental procedure to address cavities. Medical records obtained by Brad Prochaska, the family’s attorney, show Abiel had no known lung or heart issues or drug allergies.

The lawsuit names Tiny Teeth Pediatric Dentistry (TTPD), Dr. Scott White, Jeremy Salsbury, a licensed practicing certified registered nurse anesthetist and Special Anesthesia Services (SAS) as defendants in the case.... 

https://www.kwch.com/2021/08/17/family-files-wrongful-death-lawsuit-3-year-old-who-died-during-dental-procedure/

How digital dentistry is advancing the field and benefiting patients

At Raleigh's Chapman Implant & Comprehensive Dentistry, for example, Dr. Laurie Chapman is using digital dentistry for everything from X-ray scans ...

https://www.wral.com/how-digital-dentistry-is-advancing-the-field-and-benefiting-patients/19754981/ 

LA WEEKLY: Young Dentist Dr. Christopher Butler Changes Lives Through Mobile Dentistry

 

Practicing good dental health is not only crucial to maintaining a healthy mouth, but it also improves your general appearance and quality of life. Dr. Christopher Butler is changing lives through mobile dentistry by helping people remain true to their teeth and embrace healthy smiles....

https://www.laweekly.com/young-dentist-dr-christopher-butler-changes-lives-through-mobile-dentistry/