18/08/2026
PNP CYBERCOPS STOP UNAUTHORIZED ONLINE DENTAL SERVICE IN ILOILO
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its monitoring of online activities following the arrest of a 22-year-old woman who allegedly offered unauthorized dental services through social media in Iloilo City.
The suspect, identified only by the alias βMaymay,β was arrested on August 10, 2026, in Jaro, Iloilo City, during an entrapment operation conducted by the Iloilo City Cyber Response Team (ICCRT). The operation followed the teamβs cyber patrolling, which led to the discovery of an online post offering home-service dental braces for β±3,000.00.
Based on the initial investigation, the suspect allegedly had no formal dental training or professional license and had learned the procedure through online video tutorials. Authorities said the case involves an alleged violation of Section 33 of Republic Act No. 9484, or the Philippine Dental Act of 2007, in relation to Section 6 of Republic Act No. 10175, or the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.
Chief PNP Police General Jose Melencio C. Nartatez Jr. said the PNP will continue to keep pace with emerging forms of online offenses, particularly those that may put the public at risk.
βHindi natin puwedeng hayaan na gamitin ang social media para mag-alok ng serbisyong walang sapat na training o lisensya, lalo na kung kalusugan ng tao ang nakataya. We will continue to monitor these activities and act when there is a clear basis under the law,β PGen Nartatez said.
The operation reflects the PNPβs commitment to the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to strengthen public safety and ensure that law enforcement remains responsive to emerging threats, including those that take place in digital spaces.
It also supports the PNP Focused Agenda, particularly Enhanced Managing Police Operations, through proactive policing and timely action based on validated information.
The PNP reminded the public to exercise caution when availing of services advertised online, especially those involving health and other regulated professions, and to verify the credentials of service providers before engaging their services.
Through sustained cyber patrolling and community awareness, the PNP continues to advance βBagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat at Nararamdaman,β ensuring that public safety remains a priority both in the physical and digital communities.
(PNP-PIO)