The Georgia Board of Dentistry has hit pause on the license of Dr. Justin Scott, who operates Pure Dental Health in Buckhead, saying in a summary suspension that his continued use of the license “poses a threat to the public health, safety and welfare.” The temporary move blocks Scott from practicing while regulators dig into complaints and the board’s findings, leaving some patients stuck mid-treatment and wondering what will happen next with their care and their bills.
What the Board Says Happened
The emergency order, described in reporting by WSB-TV, lays out several allegations. According to the station’s review of the document, patients were billed for services that were never performed, unlicensed individuals provided treatment under Scott’s watch, and some patients received care that fell below accepted standards.
Channel 2 spoke with patients who say long-running treatment plans have dragged on without resolution. One patient told the station her dental implants are still unfinished after two years, while another said she paid about $20,000 for work that has not been completed. The report notes that the order concluded Scott’s use of his license posed an immediate danger to the public. Scott has the right to request a hearing to respond to the suspension, according to the station’s coverage.
How the Board Polices Dentists
The Georgia Board of Dentistry is the state body that licenses dentists and handles complaints, investigations and emergency steps such as summary suspensions. The board publishes monthly public orders and outlines how it reviews complaints, opens cases and, when necessary, moves to hearings or other disciplinary actions to protect patients while also providing due process, according to the Georgia Board of Dentistry.
Pure Dental Health’s Buckhead Office
Pure Dental Health’s website lists a Buckhead location at 2285 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 203, along with Dr. Scott’s biography, office hours and patient resources. The practice’s contact information and office details remain posted on Pure Dental Health’s website.
Patients Say Problems Stretched On
Patients named in the board order and interviewed by Channel 2 described a pattern of drawn out or incomplete care. Some told the station they were billed for treatment that never wrapped up, were assured an orthodontist was available when there was not one, or developed complications after implant work, including bone necrosis. One patient said she now risks losing her front teeth, and another reported paying roughly $20,000 for treatment that remains unfinished, according to WSB-TV.
What Happens Next
A summary suspension is an emergency administrative measure that stays in place while investigators gather facts and decide whether long term discipline is warranted. Scott may request an administrative hearing to contest the action. Patients who believe they were harmed can submit written complaints and supporting documents through the board’s online complaints portal. From there, the board reviews jurisdiction and decides whether to open a formal investigation, according to the Georgia Board of Dentistry.
