Dental Crown Injury Claims

Crowns are commonly used by dentists to strengthen damaged or weakened teeth, and in most cases, patients don’t experience any problems after having them fitted. However, if a dentist fails to fit a crown correctly, it can lead to unnecessary pain and discomfort.

Common signs that your dental crown has been fitted incorrectly include:

• Persistent pain and discomfort: While some sensitivity is normal for the first few days, ongoing or worsening pain could be a sign that something isn’t right. Similarly, sharp pain when biting down could indicate that the crown is not aligned properly.
• Bite feels “off”: If your bite doesn’t feel natural or your teeth don’t meet evenly, this could be a sign that the crown’s shape or position is incorrect. Over time, this can lead to jaw pain or uneven tooth wear.
• Gum irritation or swelling: Ongoing redness, tenderness, or inflammation around the crowned tooth could mean the crown hasn’t been fitted properly. If food gets trapped under a poorly-fitted crown, it can also lead to infection.
• Jaw pain or headaches: An uneven bite caused by a high crown can strain your jaw muscles and temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which may lead to tension headaches or jaw pain.

If you’ve noticed any of the above, you should book an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible. They can adjust the crown or refit it if necessary.

Am I eligible to make a dental crown claim?

If you’ve suffered as a result of a poorly-fitted dental crown, you may be able to make a claim for compensation. The Dental Law Partnership is a specialist dental negligence firm, with a team consisting of both dental and legal experts to ensure we understand every aspect of your case inside out.

Many people are put off starting a dental negligence claim for financial reasons, but we operate on a no-win, no-fee basis, which means you won’t pay us anything if your claim is unsuccessful.

We’ve helped hundreds of clients get the compensation and justice they deserve – check out our client stories page to see what kind of cases we’ve worked on.

Ready to make your dental crown claim? Start your claim online or request a callback from a member of our team.