In light of the recent arrest of the unlicensed Burnaby dentist Tung Sheng (David) Wu earlier this month, a vigorous debate was sparked around the cost of dental work and how much of a barrier there is to getting proper care.

Global News examines the growing problem of illegal dentistry.

Vladamir Shapoval was sentenced by a B.C. Supreme Court judge to 45 days in jail and he must pay $35,000 in court and investigation costs.