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A member asked:
I have noticed that my dentist may have parkinson's in his dominant hand. ethically, what should i do besides not going back to him? he: 81 y.o.
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Find a new dentist: If you know or fear that he is no longer able to provide you with the care that you need, then you owe it to yourself to find someone who can. This extends to the philosophy of treatment, diagnostic abilities, and the rendering of care. Is he /the office current in the newer technologies for the diagnosis and treatment you need. Is he current with the newer types of restorative options.
Answered 12/23/2012
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Ethics: You an your doctor need to deal with ethical questions. You as a patient need to be objective about your health care needs, and if you have a hesitation about your doctors ability to continue excellent care (tremors to not make for a great ability to render care in dentistry), it may be time to move on. Ethics on his part relate to objectively evaluating performance, and then decide to retire.
Answered 12/23/2012
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