A pair of Czech family members, including a self-proclaimed dentist, have been charged after allegedly treating numerous patients using internet-sourced dental procedures without any formal qualifications.
Czech Police Arrest Family Band for Operating Illegal Dental Clinic
Czech Police Arrest Family Band for Operating Illegal Dental Clinic
Czech authorities charge a faux dentist and his aides for performing unauthorized dental procedures at a home clinic, generating significant funds.
In a shocking case from Havlickuv Brod, Czech Republic, a 22-year-old man, along with two family members, has come under scrutiny by the police for operating an illegal dental clinic out of their home. The man, alongside his assistants, has been charged with multiple offenses including operating an unauthorized practice, money laundering, attempted assault, drug trafficking, and theft. Police reported that they had been treating patients over the past two years while using instructional materials found online.
Despite their actions, the police have not disclosed whether any patients have suffered due to the fraudulent treatments. The clinic reportedly earned around four million Czech koruna (approximately $185,500) through their illegal activities, during which the man extracted teeth and conducted intricate root canals without any proper dental education.
The man's 50-year-old female accomplice, experienced in the health sector, supplied anesthesia and various dental materials, while the 44-year-old man provided prosthetic devices. All three individuals pleaded guilty to the charges and are facing up to eight years in prison.
The president of the Czech Dental Chamber, Roman Šmucler, highlighted the ongoing issue of fake dentists in the country, citing an average of ten such cases annually. He noted an increase in submissions this year, underscoring the need for more stringent regulations in the dental profession. To combat the shortage of qualified dentists, the Czech parliament has recently passed legislation facilitating the hiring of dentists from non-EU countries.
Despite their actions, the police have not disclosed whether any patients have suffered due to the fraudulent treatments. The clinic reportedly earned around four million Czech koruna (approximately $185,500) through their illegal activities, during which the man extracted teeth and conducted intricate root canals without any proper dental education.
The man's 50-year-old female accomplice, experienced in the health sector, supplied anesthesia and various dental materials, while the 44-year-old man provided prosthetic devices. All three individuals pleaded guilty to the charges and are facing up to eight years in prison.
The president of the Czech Dental Chamber, Roman Šmucler, highlighted the ongoing issue of fake dentists in the country, citing an average of ten such cases annually. He noted an increase in submissions this year, underscoring the need for more stringent regulations in the dental profession. To combat the shortage of qualified dentists, the Czech parliament has recently passed legislation facilitating the hiring of dentists from non-EU countries.
