Malpractice trial awards $95.5 million to child’s family

The procedure should have been fairly routine. But, Nevaeh ended up leaving the practice in the back of an ambulance.

According to ABC13 Houston, “Nevaeh was improperly restrained and sedated during treatment for decayed teeth.” This resulted in the child receiving “severe brain damage” due to oxygen deprivation.

Now 10 years-old, Nevaeh needs constant medical care. She can no longer see, speak, walk or eat on her own which has forced Nevaeh to rely entirely on her parents.

Following the incident Nevaeh’s dentist, Bethaniel Jefferson, was suspended by the Texas Board of Dental Examiners. According to ABC13 Houston, the board said Bethaniel “did not call for help immediately after Nevaeh started having seizures and attempted to her treat with medication, instead of calling 911.”