The team approach to intermaxillary fixation.
A series of lawsuits for negligence was filed against a dentist who failed to consult with the family physician and other health-care providers before instituting intermaxillary fixation for the control of obesity. Additional allegations were lack of informed consent and lack of proper care. This article presents the case report, with emphasis on its physical, emotional, and legal outcome.
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D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007103:Immobilization / Q000009:adverse effects*; D007258:Informed Consent; D007568:Jaw; D008318:Malpractice; D008875:Middle Aged; D009765:Obesity / Q000178:diet therapy / Q000628:therapy*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D013165:Splints; D014084:Tooth Avulsion / Q000209:etiology; D014086:Tooth Mobility / Q000209:etiology