Midwest
Minnesota woman sues dentist after 4 root canals, 8 dental crowns and 20 fillings in one day
- Kathleen Wilson has filed a lawsuit against dentist Dr. Kevin Molldrem of Molldrem Family Dentistry in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, alleging negligent treatment in July 2020.
- Wilson received four root canals, eight dental crowns and 20 fillings in a single visit, leading to disfigurement, according to the lawsuit.
- Wilson is seeking at least $50,000 in damages, citing not only medical costs but also pain, embarrassment, disfigurement and distress.
A Minnesota woman has sued her dentist after receiving four root canals, eight dental crowns and 20 fillings in a single visit that she says led to her disfigurement.
Kathleen Wilson filed the lawsuit last week in Hennepin County District Court, accusing Dr. Kevin Molldrem of Molldrem Family Dentistry in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, of providing negligent treatment in July 2020 that caused significant injuries to Wilson, along with providing an unsafe dosage of anesthesia and falsifying medical records to cover it up, the Star Tribune reported.
Molldrem and his attorney, Nathaniel Weimer, did not immediately respond to requests for comment from The Associated Press on Thursday.
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According to the Star Tribune, Wilson’s legal team retained Dr. Avrum Goldstein, a dentist in Florida, to provide an expert opinion and review Wilson’s medical records from Molldrem and subsequent providers. Goldstein’s Nov. 14 report identified various duty-of-care breaches.
Snow is removed from the entrance of the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis on Dec. 8, 2021. A Minnesota woman has sued her dentist after receiving four root canals, eight dental crowns and 20 fillings in a single visit that she says led to her disfigurement. (AP Photo/Christian Monterrosa, File)
Goldstein said in the report that Molldrem made the right diagnosis, but he provided poor-quality treatment.
Wilson had decay on “virtually every tooth in her mouth, something that is quite rare,” Goldstein wrote. Molldrem’s attempt to restore all Wilson’s teeth in one visit did nothing to address her susceptibility to disease or the potential of losing teeth, he said.
“Katie required a slow, thoughtful, careful and measured response to her disease. Trying to fill every hole in every tooth in her mouth in one visit is not only the antithesis of what was indicated, it is not humanely possible to achieve in an effective or constructive manner,” Goldstein said, adding that it is “inconceivable” to address 28 teeth in 5 1⁄2 hours.
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One challenge of a long appointment is maintaining adequate anesthesia, Goldstein said. The maximum dosage is 490 mg — but Molldrem administered 960 mg to Wilson.
Wilson’s records show that Molldrem said he administered eight tubes of dental anesthetic, known as carpules. But Goldstein found the first dose alone was eight carpules, and he administered 15 carpules throughout the visit.
Wilson went to a different dental office for an evaluation showing recurrent decay and other damage. For several months in 2022 she was treated at the University of Minnesota Dental School “for repair and replacement of many of her restorations in an attempt to stabilize her mouth,” Goldstein said.
If all of Wilson’s teeth end up having to be removed and replaced with implants, Goldstein said “all of the work that was done and all of the expense associated with it will have been for nothing.”
Beyond medical costs, Wilson said she suffered pain, embarrassment, disfigurement and distress. She is asking for at least $50,000 in damages.
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COOK COUNTY, Ill. – A Berwyn man is facing a felony DUI charge after state police said he struck and killed an Illinois Tollway worker and injured two others during overnight road work on the Tri-State Tollway in Des Plaines.
What we know:
According to Illinois State Police, 37-year-old Paul R. Ong was arrested following a deadly crash that occurred around 4:26 a.m. May 30 on southbound Interstate 294 north of Devon Avenue near milepost 41.5.
ISP said three Illinois Tollway workers were conducting pothole repairs when an SUV driven by Ong struck one of the workers.
State troopers responded to the scene and provided medical aid before the injured worker was transported to a hospital, where he died about a half hour later.
The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the worker as 52-year-old Calvin L. Holley of Chicago.
The two other tollway workers were also taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
ISP took Ong into custody at the scene. He has been charged with one count of aggravated driving under the influence involving death, a Class 2 felony.
What’s next:
As of Wednesday, Ong remained in custody awaiting his first court appearance.
The Source: The information in this story came from Illinois State Police.
Indiana
What do Skylake Adventures Indiana tickets cost? When Sheridan water park opens, location, hours
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Skylake Adventures Indiana water park is hosting a grand opening today, but what would it cost to go?
What do guests do at Skylake Adventures Indiana? Here’s what we know. We’ll have more coverage soon from IndyStar staff visiting the park on opening day.
Skylake Adventures Indiana water park location: What is the adventure park address?
Skylake Adventures Indiana is located at 22105 Dunbar Road, Sheridan.
Skylake Adventures Indiana hours: When is the adventure water park open?
Skylake Adventures Indiana hours vary by season and are affected by weather. Updates are posted to the website and on social media.
Here are the general admission ticket prices for Skylake Adventures Indiana:
- Adults (ages 10 and up): $55 per person
- Children (ages 4-9): $50 per person
- Children (ages 3 and under): Free
- Seniors (ages 60 and older): $25 per person
Skylake Adventures Indiana annual passes: What do annual adventure water park passes for the season cost?
Skylake Adventures Indiana has two 2026 annual pass options.
The Explorer option has blackout dates at $119 for adults (ages 10 and older), and $109 for children (ages 4-9). The Adventurer option offers no blackout dates and additional benefits at $159 for adults (ages 10 and older), and $139 for children (ages 4-9). Benefits for each pass are listed below:
- Explorer:
- Additional day tickets for friends and family at 10% off
- Blackout dates for this pass include all Fridays and Saturdays in July; the Fourth of July holiday period; Labor Day weekend; Thanksgiving weekend (Nov 26-29); Christmas holiday period (Dec 24 – 27); and New Year’s holiday period (Dec. 31, 2026-Jan. 3, 2027)
- Unlimited visits for 12 months, starting with the first visit; valid on standard and select high-demand days
- Adventurer:
- Discounted tickets at 20% off for friends and family; limited to six ticket discounts per year
- Dining discounts − 10% off purchases
- Retail discounts − 10% off purchases
- No blackout dates
- Standard parking included
- Two complimentary, single-use tickets for guests per year (single-use)
- Unlimited visits for 12 months, starting with the first visit
Skylake Adventures Indiana parking: How much does parking cost?
Parking at Skylake Adventures Indiana is $15 per vehicle and can be purchased in advance online.
Skylake Adventures Indiana attractions: What is there to do at the adventure water park?
- Cabana rentals:
- Aquabanas are $350 for the day
- Aquabana Private Cove Rentals are $2,000 for the day
- Rules and restrictions apply
- Kayak rentals:
- $30 for one hour
- $50 for two hours
- Rules and restrictions apply
- Paddle boat rentals:
- $35 for one hour
- $60 for two hours
- Rules and restrictions apply
- Skyslides (water slides)
- Splash Challenge (obstacle course)
- Sunset Sands swimming areas:
- Sky Beach offers “front-row views of everything happening on the water” with teens and families in mind.
- South Beach is a “refined escape for adults”.
- Splash Beach is a shallow-water area “designed for younger guests to wade and play”.
- The X Tower (thrill-seeker attraction)
- Tidal Trek (obstacle course for kids)
- Umbrella with two chairs rental
- $35 for the day
- Rules and restrictions apply
Does Skylake Adventures Indiana only offer water park attractions?
No, Skylake Adventures Indiana is also an adventure park. The website mentions “anticipated” fall and winter offerings in 2026 that include:
- Ropes Course: expected to open this fall
- Tubing Hill: expected to open near Thanksgiving
The website notes construction, weather and operational readiness could delay the opening of any new attractions.
SkyLake Adventures Indiana FAQ: Do patrons need to sign a waiver?
Skylake Adventures Indiana offers a list of frequently asked questions, including whether patrons need to sign a waiver. The website states participants must sign a waiver before arriving at the park, and guests under 18 require a legal guardian to sign the form. Waivers are available at waiver.roller.app/SkylakeAdventures/.
Chris Sims is a trending reporter at Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.
A train struck a semi-truck in eastern Iowa on Wednesday, killing one person and injuring another, authorities said.
The crash occurred at the crossing of a state highway and the Iowa Interstate Railroad in a rural area about 70 miles (113 kilometers) east of Des Moines, according to Poweshiek County Sheriff Matt Maschmann.
One person in the semi-truck died and another was transported with “serious injuries,” Maschmann said in a statement.
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Seventeen train cars and two power engines derailed after the crash and caused “significant damage” to the railroad, he said. Images of the scene showed a massive heap of railcars with billowing smoke.
No hazardous material was spilled, according to Iowa State Patrol spokesman Sgt. Alex Dinkla.
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