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After 17-year-old boy dies during routine procedure at dentist office, parents sue

Carla Sinclair
Dec 12, 2024
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A 17-year-old boy in Washington state went to the dentist to get his wisdom teeth removed, and died during the routine procedure.

Six months later, his parents are suing, reports The Seattle Times, alleging that Dr. Bryan McLelland — who has both a dentist's license and a general anesthesia permit — decided to "wear two hat…

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