Dental Patient Alleges Negligence and Disfigurement Against Minnesota Dentist

USA: Kathleen Wilson, a resident of Minnesota, has filed a lawsuit against Dr. Kevin Molldrem, a dentist in Eden Prairie. Wilson alleges negligence and disfigurement resulting from extensive and unnecessary dental work conducted in a single visit in July 2020. The lawsuit, filed in Hennepin County District Court, claims unsafe anaesthesia levels, falsified medical records, and inadequate care.

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Wilson’s legal team engaged Dr. Avrum Goldstein, a Florida-based dentist, to assess her medical records. Dr. Goldstein’s report, dated Nov. 14, highlighted breaches of the duty of care. 

While acknowledging Molldrem’s correct diagnosis, Goldstein criticized the subpar quality of treatment. He emphasized the inappropriateness and inhumanity of attempting to address all of Wilson’s dental issues in a single visit.

Woman Sues Dentist Over Alleged Negligence in Extensive Dental Procedure

Dr. Goldstein stated, “Trying to fill every hole in every tooth in her mouth in one visit is not only the antithesis of what was indicated, it is not humanely possible to achieve in an effective or constructive manner.” 

He noted the challenge of maintaining adequate anaesthesia during extended appointments and highlighted Molldrem’s administration of 960 mg of anaesthesia, exceeding the recommended dosage.

Discrepancies in Anaesthesia Administration

Contrary to Molldrem’s claim of administering eight tubes of dental anaesthetic, Dr. Goldstein found that the first dose alone was eight tubes, with a total of 15 administered throughout the visit. The excessive anaesthesia raises concerns about patient safety and adherence to recommended dosages.

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Wilson sought evaluation and treatment at the University of Minnesota Dental School in 2022, revealing recurrent decay and other damage. The lawsuit contends that, beyond potential medical costs, Wilson endured pain, embarrassment, disfigurement, and distress. Seeking damages of at least $50,000, the lawsuit underscores concerns about the quality and safety of dental procedures performed in a single visit.

As of now, Dr. Molldrem and his attorney, Nathaniel Weimer, have not responded to requests for comment. The case not only raises questions about the specific treatment received by Kathleen Wilson but also sparks broader discussions about accountability and patient safety in dental care practices.