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Table 1 Aspects related to the complaint lodged, according to dentistsa

From: The impact of a formal complaint on Dutch dentists’ professional practice: a survey study

Regarding treatment

 

58 %

- No or insufficient result after treatment

24 %

 

- Incorrect execution of (parts of) treatment

17 %

 

- A complication after treatment, pain during treatment

15 %

 

- Critical remarks from a another dentist about treatment rendered

14 %

 

- No or insufficient aftercare

4 %

 

- Wrong diagnosis

4 %

 

- Discontentment about treatment delegated to the oral hygienist

2 %

 

Regarding treatment

 

29 %

- An attempt by the patient to squeeze every last drop out of the situation

29 %

 

Regarding treatment

 

20 %

- Incorrect attitude towards the patient

9 %

 

- Insufficient or lacking information about treatment or treatment plan

8 %

 

- Bad communication/rapport, incomprehension

5 %

 

Regarding treatment

 

19 %

- Cost of treatment, bills, uncertainty about payments and/or reimbursements

19 %

 

Regarding treatment

 

12 %

  1. n = 411
  2. aMore than one response allowed