Dental Negligence Solicitors

You may have a claim if:

• You suffered avoidable harm after dental treatment

• The dentist failed to meet a reasonable standard of care

• You were not properly informed of risks before treatment

• Treatment was unnecessary or poorly executed

• Further corrective treatment is required due to the original error

Our dental negligence solicitors will assess your records, seek independent expert opinions, and advise you on your options.

Useful evidence includes:

• Dental records and treatment notes

• X-rays and scans

• Photographs of the problem or poor outcome

• Expert dental opinions

• Witness statements (if relevant)

• Records of additional treatment costs

Your solicitor will help gather and preserve this evidence to build a strong case.

Yes. Cosmetic treatments still carry legal obligations, including:

• Proper assessment and planning

• Clear explanation of risks and alternatives

• Informed consent

• Competent execution of the procedure

If these standards were not met and you experienced harm as a result, even with private cosmetic dentistry, you may have a valid claim.

In practice, a dental negligence claim is usually brought against the individual dentist responsible for the treatment, rather than the dental practice itself, whether the treatment was provided privately or under the NHS.

Most dentists hold professional indemnity insurance, and it is this insurer that would typically pay any compensation awarded, not the dentist personally. Your solicitor will identify the appropriate insurer and handle all correspondence on your behalf, ensuring the process is managed professionally and with minimal stress to you.

In most cases, you have three years from the date you were harmed, or from when you first realised the treatment caused avoidable damage, to start your claim. Special rules apply for children or people lacking mental capacity.

Most dental negligence claims are resolved through negotiation without court. If proceedings are necessary, your solicitor will represent you throughout the process.

We proudly offer our clients a Conditional Fee Agreement, commonly known as a ‘No Win No Fee’ agreement, but we apply it with professional diligence to ensure the best outcome for all parties.

We offer this arrangement in the vast majority of personal injury cases. Each case is carefully assessed on its individual merits.

After reviewing the details of your claim, we’ll determine the likelihood of success. If we believe your case has a strong chance of winning, we’ll proceed on a No Win No Fee basis, giving you peace of mind as to protection from financial risk.

If a claim does not meet our threshold for success, we will advise you honestly, ensuring you only pursue cases with a realistic chance of compensation.