Tackett v. State

OPINION

Burke, J.

On November 8, 1989, Claimant was an inmate at Pontiac Correctional Center. Following a dental examination, it was determined that Claimants third molar, No. 17, should be extracted. The oral surgery was performed by Dr. Frederick Craig, a board-certified oral surgeon. Dr. Craig was assisted by Dr. Jacqueline Mitchell.

Dr. Craig advised Claimant of possible post-surgical complications prior to the surgery, including the possibility of numbness. The location of the tooth required that it be cut and then removed in sections to eliminate pressure and possible fracture of the jaw.…