Dental implant mishap in Turkey: Surgeon's error pierces patient's brain
A tragic medical mishap unfolded at a private clinic in Bursa, Turkey, where a dental surgeon's forceful insertion of a dental implant into a patient's jaw resulted in the implant piercing the brain. Upon realizing the grave mistake, the doctor vanished. This error nearly cost the patient his life.
25 April 2024 12:37
Ramazan Yilmaz, a 40-year-old man, sought dental treatment for tooth pain. His procedure involved the extraction of a tooth and a recommendation for an implant to be placed in the same location.
“The doctor boasted 24 years of experience and assured me of his expertise. I trusted him,” the patient shared with "Daily Mail".
As the surgeon prepared for the implant procedure, he discovered the intended device malfunctioning. "He opted for a manual approach instead," Yilmaz explained.
Unfortunately, the surgeon applied excessive force. The patient recounted hearing a disturbing crackling of bones, to which the surgeon responded that it was normal.
Ignoring the patient's distress, the dentist forcefully inserted the implant, causing immediate, severe pain. Upon realizing a serious complication had arisen, the dentist rushed the patient to the hospital's emergency room but fled shortly after.
The patient's survival was uncertain
At the hospital, following a detailed examination and a CT scan, the medical team was horrified to find the implant lodged critically near the brain, behind the eye. Immediate surgery was imperative, yet three doctors deemed the procedure too hazardous to undertake.
Eventually, the surgery proceeded, successfully removing the implant from the man's head. The patient has since pursued legal action against the dentist, who not only refused to issue a refund for the botched procedure but also dismissed the incident as a mere "medical complication."
