Compensation for Nerve Damage After Dental Injection

Dental injections are a relatively common part of dental procedures, used to numb parts of the gum so the procedure can go ahead without the patient feeling any pain. In most cases, this injection doesn’t cause any issues; however, if delivered incorrectly or without the necessary level of skill, it can cause nerve damage.

Not only can a nerve injury cause pain and discomfort, but it can also significantly impact your quality of life.

Some common signs that you’ve experienced nerve damage after a dental injection include:

• Permanent or prolonged numbness after dental work
• A lack of feeling in the tongue, gums, cheeks, jaw or face
• A pulling or tingly sensation in these areas
• Severe pain or a burning feeling in your mouth
• A loss of taste or things tasting unusual
• Nose pain after a dental injection
• Difficulties with forming speech or eating

Depending on the severity of the nerve injuries you’ve suffered, you may experience some or all of the above signs – symptoms may be short-lived or more long-lasting, as every situation is different. If your dentist didn’t perform your treatment to an acceptable standard, this could be considered dental negligence, and you may be able to claim for the nerve damage you sustained.

There is a three-year time limit for dental negligence claims, so it’s recommended that you speak to an experienced dental negligence solicitor as soon as possible to start the dental negligence claims process.

Get in touch with our expert team today to find out more about claiming compensation for nerve damage from a dental injection.