Root Canal Infection Compensation Claim

How do I know if I have an infection after a root canal?

The most common symptoms of an infection after a root canal are:

• Pain or discomfort that lasts longer than a couple of days after the root canal procedure. This can feel worse if you apply pressure to the area (usually while eating) and can include a sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures.
• Pus being discharged from the area around the root canal, usually greenish or yellowish in colour.
• Swelling or a warm feeling in the area around the tooth with the root canal, such as the gums close to it. The swelling may also spread to the face and neck in some cases.

A bad taste in the mouth or bad breath – this can be caused by infected tissue around the root canal tooth.

If you experience one or more of these signs of infection after root canal treatment, you should return to your dentist as soon as possible. If there is an infection, your dentist should treat it promptly to prevent any further suffering or health issues.

Am I eligible to make a root canal infection claim?

You may be eligible to make a root canal infection claim if:

• You developed an infection after a root canal and
• Your dentist failed to diagnose it, misdiagnosed it, or did not provide appropriate treatment, and
• This failure caused your condition to worsen or led to further complications.

Examples of negligent care could include:

• Ignoring clear signs of infection
• Failing to prescribe antibiotics when clinically necessary
• Not performing adequate follow-up checks after the procedure
• Leaving infected tissue behind during the root canal treatment

If you think you’ve got a valid claim, get in touch with our legal experts today. We’ll be able to let you know whether your claim is likely to succeed and advise you on the next steps.

Bear in mind that in most cases, you legally only have three years to start a claim from when the negligence occurred, or from when you first realised negligence had occurred, so we recommend starting the claims process as soon as possible to avoid missing your window.

Can a root canal infection spread?

Yes, root canal infections can sometimes spread to the surrounding gums, teeth, and cheek tissue, especially if the infection is not treated quickly. A jaw-bone infection from a root canal procedure isn’t common, but the longer it takes to diagnose and treat, the greater the chances that other damage can occur as a result. 

If you visited your dentist with signs of infection after a root canal treatment and they did not correctly diagnose you or treat you, leading to further health complications, this is dental negligence and you may be eligible for compensation.

Start your dental negligence claim online today.

How much compensation could I receive for a root canal infection claim?

The amount of compensation you’ll receive if your claim is successful will depend on a number of factors, the main one being how severe the infection was and whether you suffered any further health complications because of it. Financial losses will also be factored in, including any time off work, travel expenses, or costs for corrective treatment.

While we can’t say exactly how much compensation you’ll receive, you can use our compensation calculator to give you a rough idea based on previous claims we’ve dealt with.

Start your no-win, no-fee root canal infection claim with the Dental Law Partnership

If you’ve suffered as a result of an infection after a root canal procedure and believe your dentist was at fault, our specialist dental negligence solicitors are here to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

We handle root canal infection claims on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means there’s no financial risk to you if you decide to proceed.

Start your claim online today or request a callback from a member of our team.