Capps v. Manhart

This is an appeal from a jury verdict and subsequent motions for judgment notwithstanding the verdict and new trial. Plaintiff-appellant, Ruth Capps, brought suit against defendant-appellee, Dr. Mark Manhart, for dental malpractice. Capps’ charges of negligence against Dr. Manhart involve three areas of dentistry: periodontal (gum disease), restorative (bridgework), and endodontic (root canal). The first area focuses on Dr. Manhart’s use of calcium hydroxide as a part of the treatment provided for Capps’ periodontal disease. Second, Capps complains that the bridgework that Dr. Manhart planned…