A prominent dentist in Georgia has lost his license after multiple complaints categorized him as a “threat to public safety.” One patient reported that a failed procedure had damaged the root of his tooth, putting his front tooth at risk.
Dr. Justin Scott received an emergency suspension from the Georgia Board of Dentistry last month, which led to the closure of his Scott Pure Dental Health practice in Atlanta.
The suspension order indicated that the board had received numerous complaints from patients regarding subpar treatment at Scott’s clinic, including allegations that unqualified staff were providing care.
In one case, a patient stated that treatment at Scott’s office caused “significant root resorption,” endangering his front teeth. Another patient, who had a failed tooth implant, was later diagnosed with osteonecrosis, a serious condition that can cause bone cells in the jaw to die due to infection.
Additionally, a third patient mentioned that during a follow-up at a different dental office, several issues needing correction emerged due to insufficient orthodontic care.
The board also accused Scott of permitting unlicensed individuals to treat patients and of engaging in “deceptive and/or misleading billing and treatment plans.”
Last September, an inspection of Scott’s practice uncovered “extensive and pervasive sanitation deficiencies,” such as unsealed equipment stored in drawers and supplies that had expired.
Ultimately, the board concluded that Scott’s continued practice would “pose a threat to public health, safety, and welfare.”
It remains unclear when he stopped practicing dentistry.
A notice was placed on the door of the Pure Dental Health clinic informing patients to contact the office for their records, as reported by Channel 2 Action News.
Meanwhile, it seems Scott has been vacationing in Puerto Rico, according to his social media posts, which showcase various vacation spots around the globe.
Neither Scott nor representatives from his practice have responded to inquiries about the suspension.
