Overview

• Safuan Hasic’s registration has been suspended by the Dental Council of NSW, and NSW Health has issued a closure order for his Mortdale surgery.
• Anyone treated at the practice at 70 Victoria Avenue, Mortdale is advised to see a GP for tests for hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV.
• Officials describe the risk of transmission as low, noting these viruses can remain asymptomatic for years and that effective treatments exist.
• Authorities have contacted only a small number of patients and are asking all current and former patients to seek testing, including repeat tests if previous results were negative.
• The Chief Health Officer warns people not to seek dental care from Hasic while the closure order stands, with investigations ongoing with the Dental Council and the Health Care Complaints Commission.