Sparks v. Hoff

Sognier, Judge.

Melanie Sparks brought suit against Dr. Robert Hoff for dental malpractice in the performance of a tooth bonding procedure that allegedly resulted in the destruction of gum tissue above the bonded teeth. The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of Hoff and Sparks appeals.

We note initially that this cause of action arose prior to the effective date of OCGA § 9-11-9.1. In support of his motion for summary judgment, appellee submitted his own affidavit in which he averred the dental services he rendered appellant were performed with the degree of care and skill exercised…