Dental Negligence Compensation Calculator

Primary Injury Type: Minor Dental Damage (Chipped teeth/Pain) Loss of or Damage to Front Tooth Loss of or Damage to Back Tooth Significant Nerve Damage Severe Chronic Pain / Loss of Multiple Teeth Major Periodontal Disease / Full Jaw Damage

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Impact on Daily Life (Pain & Suffering): Mild – Quick recovery expected Moderate – Long-term sensitivity/discomfort Severe – Permanent loss of function or facial disfigurement

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*This is a guideline estimate based on standard JC guidelines. Actual settlements vary based on medical evidence and specific legal counsel.

How Dental Negligence Compensation is Calculated

Dental negligence occurs when a dental professional fails to provide a standard of care that a competent professional would have provided, resulting in injury or worsening of a condition. If you have suffered due to a botched root canal, misdiagnosis of gum disease, or a surgical error, you may be entitled to a settlement.

Key Factors in Your Claim

Calculating the value of a dental malpractice claim involves two primary categories of damages:

General Damages: This covers the physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of amenity. The value depends on the specific tooth involved (front teeth often carry higher values due to cosmetic impact) and the permanence of the damage.
Special Damages: These are quantifiable financial losses. This includes the cost of corrective treatment from a private specialist, prescription costs, travel to appointments, and any lost wages if you were forced to take time off work for recovery.

Typical Compensation Examples

While every case is unique, standard legal guidelines (such as the Judicial College Guidelines in the UK) provide baseline figures for dental injuries:

Injury Type	Estimated Compensation
Single Front Tooth Loss	£3,460 – £5,000
Serious Nerve Damage	£5,000 – £15,000
Chronic Toothache/Multiple Loss	Up to £33,000

The Importance of Medical Evidence

To successfully claim compensation, a specialist solicitor will usually commission a report from an independent dental expert. This expert evaluates the current state of your oral health, determines if the standard of care fell below acceptable levels, and outlines the necessary future treatment required to fix the damage.

Note: Most dental negligence claims must be started within three years of the date the negligence occurred or the date you became aware of the injury (the "date of knowledge"). If you are calculating for a child, the three-year limit begins on their 18th birthday.