A dental hygienist is facing trial for sexually assaulting a patient by ejaculating on her face. He is also accused of secretly photographing his colleagues and patients, as well as inappropriately touching multiple women, including a minor.
Colleagues in the clinic immediately contacted the police after hearing the patient’s scream.
The routine visit turned nightmare
In November 2022, a Chinese student went for what was supposed to be a standard dental hygiene visit at her dentist’s office in Amstelveen.
According to Het Parool, the hygienist, Gior C. (25), placed a cloth over her eyes and instructed her to open her mouth and stick out her tongue.
Moments later, he had ejaculated on her face and mouth.
Realising what had just happened, the student screamed, prompting colleagues in the clinic to call the police, leading to C.’s arrest.
Disturbing photos uncovered
Further investigation into C.’s phone revealed a series of inappropriate videos and photos of patients’ buttocks, legs and breasts. In total, authorities discovered at least eleven images.
Multiple victims came forward, stating that C. had touched their breasts inappropriately, and some even described the encounter as painful.
Among the victims was a 12-year-old girl.
Investigators also found pictures of female colleagues while they were changing on C.’s phone.
What he admitted and what he denied
C. admitted to secretly photographing women and acknowledged his voyeuristic behaviour.
However, he denied touching patients inappropriately. He insisted that physical contact was inevitable due to his position during treatments.
His former colleagues visibly shook their heads “no” in disagreement during his testimony.
As for ejaculating on the student, C. initially claimed that she had initiated oral sex, but DNA evidence did not support this.
He later changed his story, suggesting that they had been flirting and that she rubbed his thigh during the treatment, which he took as a signal to expose himself.
The victim strongly denied this, maintaining that her visit was strictly medical.
“He is now trying to shift the blame onto me,” she said.
The court hearing
The prosecutor described the case as a “horror scenario,” expressing concerns over C.’s desire to continue pursuing dentistry.
Prosecutors request a six-month conditional sentence with a three-year probation period, along with 240 hours of community service.
Additionally, they are hoping for a ruling that would permanently stop him from working in healthcare.
Gior C.’s defence claims that there is not enough evidence.
The impact on victims
The student expressed feelings of shame and distress, saying how she feels uncomfortable around male care providers.
Other women have reported lasting emotional and psychological harm due to non-consensual touching and secret recordings.
In two weeks, the court will rule on the case.
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