title: [A dentist or denturist can be held liable for damages resulting from an unsuitable denture].
abstract: The placement of a denture can lead to complaints. Sometimes these complaints are inherent in the condition of the patient's mouth, but sometimes the problems are the result of a defect in the denture itself for example because of an incorrect design. When, in such a case, the patient is harmed, the question arises as to whether and from whom he can claim compensation. If the patient succeeds in demonstrating that the denture is unsuitable, then the dentist or denturist can be held liable, provided the failure can be attributed to him, according to his culpability or under the law.
authors.forename: R P
authors.initials: RP
authors.lastname: Wijne
mesh_terms: D003778:Dentures / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007879:Legislation, Dental; D008318:Malpractice; D018677:Tooth Injuries / Q000209:etiology*