Fake dentist fractures tooth in botched extraction

Hyderabad: A case of dental malpractice has come to light in Hyderabad after a man posing as a dentist allegedly attempted an illegal tooth extraction, leaving a patient in distress.

The All-India Dental Students and Surgeons Association (AIDSA) has called on the Telangana Dental Council to act swiftly against fake practitioners and enforce stricter regulations.

The Incident

According to AIDSA, a patient visited a clinic in Bhavani Nagar, Hyderabad, where a so-called “hygienist” with registration number 273 posed as a qualified dentist.

The fake practitioner reportedly misdiagnosed the patient’s condition, attempting to extract the wrong tooth, number 37, in place of a wisdom tooth. In the process, he fractured the crown and then abandoned the patient mid-treatment.

The patient later sought care from an AIDSA member dentist, who removed the remaining portion of the tooth and treated the injury.

Police Complaint Filed

Following the complaint, an FIR was registered at Bhavani Nagar Police Station against the alleged fake practitioner.

AIDSA said this was not an isolated case and warned that unqualified individuals continuing to practice dentistry put patients’ safety at grave risk.

AIDSA’s Stand

Speaking on the matter, the National President of AIDSA told local media outlets from Hyderabad’s Old City:

“This incident highlights the seriousness of the issue. Patients are being put through painful and dangerous experiences because of quacks and fake practitioners.”

In a statement, AIDSA further asked, “How many such incidents must occur before strict measures are taken?”

The association demanded that the Telangana Dental Council strengthen monitoring mechanisms and enforce penalties on unregistered individuals posing as dentists.

Call For Crackdown

AIDSA said the responsibility lies not only with law enforcement but also with regulatory bodies to prevent such cases. “We demand strict enforcement and crackdown on quacks and fake practitioners to safeguard patients,” the statement added.

The association also urged patients to verify the credentials of practitioners before undergoing treatment.

Background

This case comes at a time when health authorities across India have been under pressure to address rising concerns about unqualified medical and dental practitioners. With thousands of small clinics operating in urban and semi-urban areas, experts say patient safety depends on stricter vigilance and stronger action by state dental councils