In a rather peculiar twist of events, a 25-year-old woman found herself in hot water after local authorities discovered her side hustle—selling fashionable, yet unlicensed, dental braces. This enterprising young lady, known only as ‘A’, was allegedly targeting students with her chic orthodontic designs, but without the necessary dental credentials to back her up. Her arrest followed a serious clampdown on crime initiated by Police Lieutenant General Saksira Phueka-am, the esteemed Tourist Police Commissioner, spanning from May 15 to May 22.
In a meticulously planned operation, Police Major General Ekkaphop Intawiwat and Colonel Yutthasit Boonklam directed their team, including Police Lieutenant Colonel Sutthirak Ratpharakon and Police Lieutenant Attapol Charoenphon, to follow the digital bread crumbs that led them right to her doorstep. In a room nestled in the quiet Hua Ro subdistrict of Mueang district in Phitsanulok province, ‘A’ was discovered amidst her collection of unauthorized dental gear, presumably prepping for the next round of sales.
The charges were straightforward—falling foul of consumer protection laws by hawking off-limits products, specifically her unstylishly stylish fashion braces. On top of that, she stood accused of moonlighting as a dentist sans license. The buzz about her unauthorized sales had been circulating for a while, with rumors spreading about students in both Phitsanulok and Sukhothai provinces biting into this unlawful trend thanks to enticing Facebook promotions.
Undercover agents played their part perfectly, posing as curious customers willing to shell out between 1,000 and 1,500 baht (approximately US$30 to 45), even going so far as to transfer a deposit into her bank account. They then set an appointment which paved the way for her arrest—a classic case of setting the bait and reeling in the catch.
During questioning, the young woman readily confessed to buying her trendy dental contraptions from online stores. While her entrepreneurial spirit was unquestionable, her lack of a dental certification was not something authorities were willing to overlook. ‘A’, along with her stockpile of unlawful accessories, was handed over to Mueang Phitsanulok police station. It’s clear that she’ll soon be facing more than a slap on the wrist as legal proceedings get underway, as reported by KhaoSod.
In a similar botched bid for medical glory, another impostor was nabbed red-handed. A bogus doctor was discovered in the midst of administering injections in a clinic situated in Phra Samut Chedi. This brazen act took place on February 21 and prompted swift action from Nuttanaporn Wongboonkeokul, a proactive pharmacist aged 32, who also heads the Consumer Protection and Pharmaceutical Health Group in Samut Prakan province. With the assistance of Police Lieutenant Colonel Prayoon Pattanuli, the Deputy Superintendent of Investigation at Phra Samut Chedi Police Station, they orchestrated a raid on a three-story commercial building in Nai Khlong Bang Pla Kot subdistrict.
As Thailand continues to charm the world with its stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, such amusing-yet-concerning tales of unlicensed pursuits serve as a reminder of the ever-watchful eyes of its law enforcement. In other news, several lively incidents have kept the nation abuzz: from a culinary crisis among Pattaya’s diners to an array of crime stories and a flourish of developments spanning the length and breadth of the country. Dating as recently as today, these snapshots of local color flesh out the day-to-day happenings in this fascinating Southeast Asian nation where the curious and the unexpected go hand in hand.
I can’t believe someone would sell fake dental braces! It’s such a reckless thing to do.
It’s not surprising. Some people will do anything for money without thinking about the consequences.
But come on, dental health is serious! Kids could have been seriously hurt.
I just hope people learn to be more cautious. It’s a lesson for all of us.
I think this points to a bigger issue about access to affordable dental care. Maybe that’s why people fall for these scams.
She sounds clever, but it’s dangerous. There’s a reason we need licenses and professional credentials.
True, but I feel a little sorry for her. Maybe she just wanted to start a small business and didn’t know how wrong it was.
Even if her intentions weren’t malicious, she might’ve caused harm. Innocence doesn’t outweigh risk in healthcare.
Kids today fall for anything they see online. It’s not just about the seller—it’s also about gullible consumers lacking guidance.
I disagree. The responsibility lies mainly with the seller. They exploit vulnerabilities.
Why aren’t there stricter regulations on online sales? Situations like these could be prevented.
Regulations are hard to enforce online globally. Plus, it restricts genuine businesses too.
I think it’s sad that entrepreneurial spirit gets squashed by legal issues. If she trained properly, maybe she’d have a bright future.
Good riddance. Unqualified people should stop messing with things as sensitive as health.
I agree that what she’s done is wrong, but our healthcare system needs an overhaul—better access might prevent this.
Everyone blames the system, but individuals need to take responsibility for their actions, too.
Very true, personal accountability is important. But improved systems could mitigate risks.
Ah, classic authorities setting up a trap. It’s good police work, but how many others are getting away unnoticed?
There’s a lesson here about being skeptical of social media ads. Not everything online is legit.
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Problem is, it’s not always easy to tell.
I wonder what motivates people to get unlicensed braces. Is it just the trend or cost issues?
While she shouldn’t have sold them, I think A should be thanked for pointing out flaws in our systems.