Pakistani Dentist Scandal Upd [new] -

Despite these crackdowns, a massive underground market remains: Roaring trade of Pakistan's street dentists - BBC News

The PMDC has officially declared that clinical practice by is illegal. pakistani dentist scandal upd

The landscape of dentistry in Pakistan is currently undergoing a significant shift as the ramps up enforcement against illegal practices and administrative corruption. While no single "scandal" dominated the headlines under one name, several major updates as of May 2026 highlight a systemic crackdown on malpractice, quackery, and regulatory mismanagement. 1. PMDC Internal Corruption Allegations (May 2026) 5. Street Dentistry and Quackery Crisis

: Allied health workers must register by June 30, 2026 , or face immediate cessation of their practices. Despite these crackdowns

: This move aims to curb the spread of blood-borne diseases like HIV and Hepatitis , which are often linked to improperly sterilized instruments and unauthorized practice in high-risk areas like Islamabad and Mirpurkhas. 5. Street Dentistry and Quackery Crisis