When we attend the dentist to have a tooth removed, we expect the correct tooth to be extracted and to receive the correct standard of care, but what happens if this is not the case?
If a dentist acted negligently by not providing you with the correct standard of care, and this causes you to suffer unnecessary harm, you may be able to make a claim. Additionally, our wrong tooth extraction compensation calculator could help you gain a clearer idea of what compensation you could potentially receive.
Our panel of solicitors has handled hundreds of dental negligence claims, helping clients receive compensation for the harm they have suffered as well as for any subsequent financial losses. Speak to our advisory team today to find out if you could claim compensation. It’s free of charge, and we promise not to waste your time.
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- Wrong Tooth Extraction Compensation Calculator
- How Can Compensation Help After A Negligent Tooth Extraction?
- Who Will Have To Pay For My Tooth Extraction Compensation?
- What Is Needed When Making A Claim For A Wrong Tooth Extraction?
- How Long Will It Take To Receive My Negligent Tooth Extraction Compensation?
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Wrong Tooth Extraction Compensation Calculator
You can use our wrong tooth extraction compensation calculator to see how much compensation you could potentially be entitled to. It works by asking you a series of questions about what harm you suffered and how severe this harm was. Our compensation calculator uses figures from the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG).
The JCG is a document that contains guideline compensation figures for a range of injuries. It may be used by the professionals calculating your general damages payout.
General damages is the head of loss that is awarded for the pain and suffering you have endured due to dental negligence.
All compensation amounts in the table below are from the JCG except for the first row. Please note that all figures are examples only, and you may be given more or less compensation.
| INJURY TYPE | LEVEL OF SEVERITY | JCG COMPENSATION | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Multiple Severe Injuries + Special Damages | Severe | Up to £200,000+ | As described with special damages like additional dental treatment. |
| Skeletal Injuries | Jaw Fracture (i) | £37,210 to £55,570 | Serious multiple fractures with permanent consequences like severe pain. |
| Jaw Fracture (ii) | £21,920 to £37,210 | Serious fracture with ongoing consequences such as difficulty opening mouth. | |
| Jaw Fracture (iii) | £7,880 to £10,660 | Simple fracture that needs immobilisation but recovery is expected. | |
| Damage to Teeth | Up to £46,540 | Significant tooth pain that is chronic and deterioration (potentially due to an untreated abscess). | |
| Damage to Teeth (i) | £10,660 to £13,930 | Loss of or damage to numerous front teeth. | |
| Damage to Teeth (ii) | £5,310 to £9,310 | Damage to or the loss of two front teeth. | |
| Damage to Teeth (iii) | £2,690 to £4,820 | Damage to or the loss of a front tooth. | |
| Damage to Teeth (iv) | £1,330 to £2,080 | Loss of or damage to back teeth. Compensation is awarded per tooth. |
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How Can Compensation Help After A Negligent Tooth Extraction?
Receiving wrong tooth extraction compensation can help you feel a sense of justice, as well as help you with any financial losses you have suffered.
Special damages compensation covers the financial losses you have suffered due to the dental negligence.
Evidence like invoices and bank statements will need to be presented to prove all financial losses. Examples of special damages you could claim for include:
- Prescriptions – for example, if the tooth became infected or needed specialist medicine.
- Loss of earnings if you could not work for a period of time.
- Further dental treatment.
- Travel expenses to and from dental appointments.
If you want to know more about how dental negligence compensation is calculated and whether you may be eligible for special damages, please contact one of our advisors.
Who Will Have To Pay For My Tooth Extraction Compensation?
Who will pay for your tooth extraction compensation depends on where the negligence took place. If you underwent private dental treatment, any compensation would be paid to you via their insurance.
If the negligent tooth extraction happened at a dental practice that provides NHS services, your compensation claim will be handled by the NHS Resolution and paid to you via the relevant NHS Trust.
Please don’t hesitate to contact our team if you have any more questions about who will pay your compensation or how to use our wrong tooth extraction compensation calculator.
What Is Needed When Making A Claim For A Wrong Tooth Extraction?
You will need relevant evidence and be within the 3-year time limit to make a wrongful tooth extraction claim.
Per the Limitation Act 1980, you have 3 years to pursue compensation. This can run from:
- The date the dental negligence took place
- The date you became aware that the harm you suffered was caused by negligent dental treatment (the date of knowledge)
Certain exceptions apply to the time limit for those under the age of 18 and those lacking mental capacity.
You will also need strong evidence that proved dental negligence took place, such as:
- Your dental records, including any X-rays.
- Correspondence between you and the dental practice where the tooth extraction happened.
- Your medical records to document any further treatment needed.
- The contact details of anyone who witnessed your treatment, e.g. if a family member attended your appointment.
A solicitor from our panel could help ensure your claim is filed within the time limit and help you gather evidence. Contact our advisors to learn more.
How Long Will It Take To Receive My Negligent Tooth Extraction Compensation?
There is no set timeframe for how long it will take for you to receive compensation for a wrong tooth extraction. Several factors may potentially impact how long your claim takes to settle. These factors include:
- The dental practice refuses to accept liability.
- How long it takes to gather supporting evidence.
- A compensation settlement cannot be agreed upon.
- If the claim needs to go to court.
Regardless of how long your claim may take, a solicitor from our panel can guide you through every step. Contact our advisors to learn more.
What Can Compensation Calculator UK Help Me With?
Our panel of solicitors here at Compensation Calculator UK can assist you with all aspects of the dental negligence claims process, including:
- Negotiating a compensation settlement.
- Communicating with the defending party.
- Advising you on and helping you to gather evidence.
- Connecting you with dental specialists for any further dental work you may need.
- Explaining legal terminology.
Plus, you can claim with one of them on a No Win No Fee basis using a Conditional Fee Agreement, meaning:
- You don’t pay a solicitor’s service fee prior to your claim starting.
- There are no service fees to pay if the claim fails.
- You pay a success fee only when you receive compensation. This fee is deducted from your compensation and is legally limited.
For free advice on your potential claim, you can contact our advisory team. You can ask questions, find out more information about the dental negligence claims process, and discover whether you have a valid case.
- Call 0800 408 7826.
- Start a conversation via our live chat.
- Use our online form to get in contact.
Learn More
See our handpicked guides below:
- Read our broken jaw compensation calculator guide.
- See the compensation you could receive for a broken tooth.
- Find out how to claim compensation for an injury.
You can also use the following links to find out more.
- Find an NHS dentist near you.
- See who can get help with dental costs through the NHS.
- Discover standards for dental teams via the General Dental Council.
We hope you found our wrong tooth extraction compensation calculator beneficial. Contact us today to find out if you could claim.
