Cosmetic Dentistry Claims

Cosmetic dentistry covers a wide range of treatments designed to improve the appearance of your teeth and smile. While most cosmetic dental treatments are carried out without any issues, mistakes can happen, which may result in pain, damage to your teeth and gums, or the need for extensive corrective work.

If something has gone wrong with your treatment, you’re not alone. We regularly speak to clients who have invested in bettering their smile, only to be left facing unexpected and avoidable problems and costly corrective work.

At the Dental Law Partnership, we specialise in helping patients pursue compensation for dental injuries caused by negligent treatment, working on a no-win, no-fee basis to ensure that justice is accessible to all. We’re here to listen to your experience, explain your options clearly, and support you every step of the way.

Start your claim online today or get in touch to speak with a member of our team.

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Types of cosmetic dentistry claims

Cosmetic dentistry is an umbrella term that covers a number of different cosmetic procedures

Cosmetic Bonding

Also known as composite bonding, this is a procedure designed to improve the way your teeth look and repair small chips or uneven edges. Cosmetic bonding involves adding tooth-coloured resin to your teeth. If mistakes are made with this treatment, you might be able to claim.

Smile Makeover

A smile makeover is a combination of cosmetic dental treatments designed to improve the appearance of your smile and teeth. However, if your dentist damages your teeth when performing a smile makeover, it can cause significant dental problems in the future.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are used to replace lost teeth, and the process of fitting these can take several sessions over a period of time. If the treatment is not carried out properly, it can cause significant damage to the mouth, gums and jaw.

Gum Contouring

This procedure is designed to improve the appearance of your smile by reshaping areas of your gumline. Gum contouring isn’t suitable for everyone, and your dentist should ensure that you are a good candidate for this procedure before recommending it.

Braces

Using braces to align teeth isn’t just something for children. Many adults choose orthodontic treatment to help straighten or gradually move teeth into a position that improves the appearance of their teeth overall.

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are placed over the front surface of teeth to improve their appearance. The procedure is usually very costly and takes several sessions with your dentist to complete. If carried out poorly, a dental veneers procedure can result in lots of future problems.

Dentures

Dentures are used as a replacement for lost teeth and can give a very natural appearance. However, if they are fitted improperly, they can cause damage to other teeth and the gums, which will require further treatment and cause the patient pain and distress.

Am I eligible to make a cosmetic dentistry compensation claim?

Many of our clients come to us feeling unsure or even hesitant to question their dentist, but if something doesn’t feel right, it’s always worth asking. In general terms, you may be eligible to claim compensation if:

Your dentist failed to plan or carry out the cosmetic procedure properly
The treatment caused avoidable pain, damage, or deterioration of your teeth or gums
You were not provided with suitable advice about risks or alternatives
Corrective work is now required due to mistakes during the treatment

In most cases, you have three years from the date the negligence occurred – or from the date you first realised there was an issue – to start your claim. We recommend starting the claims process as soon as possible to avoid missing your window.

Our team can assess your case for free and advise whether you have grounds for a claim – just get in touch.

Case Study

Case study: £16,000 awarded for poor cosmetic work

Our client had cosmetic treatment to improve her smile, which included the fitting of veneers. Unfortunately, the cosmetic surgery was rife with problems: three veneers were found to be fractured, one had completely chipped off, and another had broken beyond repair. The remaining three were also found to be completely unsuitable and incorrectly fitted.

A second opinion revealed that her dentist had over-prepared her teeth, weakening the bond, and had failed to address underlying gum disease, leading to further oral health issues.

Our specialist team helped her to secure £16,000 in compensation to cover corrective dental treatment and restore her smile and confidence.

15 MONTHS OF AGONY FOR LOCAL LADY AFTER DENTIST BOTCHES ROOT CANAL TREATMENT

Condition:
Analysis of her dental records revealed that Dr Se had not undertaken the root canal treatment to an adequate standard, which led to the need for repeat treatment and the eventual extraction of her tooth. On top of this, Mrs Smith had to undergo the added trauma of having a crown removed before repeat root canal treatment could be undertaken. The antibiotics that Dr S prescribed also made her feel sick.

1 Mar 2022•3 min read

Mr Kai Orley

18-YEAR-OLD STOCKTON STUDENT AWARDED £11,000 AFTER SUFFERING HALF A DECADE OF ORTHODONTIC ISSUES

Condition:
18-year-old Mr Kai Orley suffered three and a half years of ineffective dental work, meaning it took five years for orthodontic treatment to be completed

30 Sep 2024•3 min read

Sherrise Stewart

19-YEAR-OLD LONDONER AWARDED COMPENSATION FOR POOR ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT

Condition:
Endure the discomfort and inconvenience of wearing a fixed brace for four years and still the treatment was ineffective.

25 Oct 2024•3 min read

young lady having a tooth extraction performed by a dentist

Ms Alisha Khan

20-year-old law student awarded £22,000 after dentist extracted a wrong tooth – twice!

Condition:
Ms Alisha Khan had two incorrect teeth extracted on separate occasions whilst she was undergoing orthodontic work aged just 15-years-old. Further investigation by the Dental Law Partnership revealed not only had the wrong teeth been extracted but severe decay that led to the loss of a third tooth at a young age.

31 May 2024•4 min read

Mrs Coley - South Yorkshire

AGONY FOR LOCAL LADY AS SHE LOSES TOOTH AFTER DENTIST’S BOTCHED ROOT CANAL TREATMENT

Condition:
Analysis of her dental records revealed that not only had Dr La Fond failed to diagnose the cyst and recommend its removal, he’d also botched the root canal treatments he had performed. His failure to undertake the treatment with due skill and care had added to Mrs Coley’s pain, and led to her needing repeat root canal treatment. The nine courses of antibiotics she was prescribed and the extraction of her tooth were also completely unnecessary.