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I feature _ interview _Beitacarelesserrororacaseofmisjudgement, even the most experienced practitioner can make a mistake. In fact, statistics indicate that it is likely that every general dentist will be involved in a malpractice suit at some point in his or her career. Israeli-based dentist Dr Andy Wolff has worked as a medical expert in dental malpractice litigation for many years and has seen almost everything, rang- ing from slight negligence to severe overtreatment. Dental Tribune International had the opportunity tospeakwithhimrecentlyaboutthesteadyincrease in litigation in the field and simple measures that can help prevent many malpractice incidents in the first place. _Dental Tribune International: Dr Wolff, you have been a medical expert in dental mal- practice litigation for many years now. Why is it so important to increase awareness of this topic? Dr Andy Wolff: So much literature out there tells dentists how to do things—whether it is placing implants or improving efficacy with the newest technology—but there are no books on how not to do things or, more precisely, what can happen when something has gone wrong. This aspect is no less important, both for the patient affected and for the clinician, who might be facing legal consequences. 06 I CAD/CAM 4_2015 “Patients tend to go to court more often nowadays” An interview with Dr Andy Wolff, Israel Dr Andy Wolff talking to DTI Group Editor Daniel Zimmermann. (© Kristin Hübner/DTI) CAD0415_06-11_Wolff 06.11.15 11:56 Seite 1 CAD0415_06-11_Wolff 06.11.1511:56 Seite 1