Our dental negligence solicitors understand the devastating impact poor dental treatment can have, both physically and psychologically.
If you or a family member has suffered injury as a result of substandard dental treatment, we can establish whether you can claim compensation.
As with all healthcare professionals, dental practitioners have a duty of care to provide safe, appropriate treatment at all times.
This covers the provision of suitable professional advice and alternate treatment options, particularly in relation to oral hygiene, specialist referral and adequate aftercare.
When this standard of care is not met, and you suffer as a consequence, it’s only right that you should be compensated – and it’s our job to ensure that happens.
We draw on decades of experience handling dental negligence claims relating to tooth loss; tooth decay; root canal treatment; periodontal disease (both gum disease and bone loss); and dental implantology including crowns and bridges.
Exceptional service in your local area
Our specialists will deal with your dental negligence claim expertly and with sensitivity, whether in pursuit of an apology, compensation or restorative treatment.
From our offices in Manchester and Sale, we’ve built a reputation for supporting the legal needs of communities throughout Greater Manchester and beyond.
That’s why we boast expertise in clinical healthcare in the local area – including dental practitioners and avenues for further medical assessment.
We always work to secure the maximum level of compensation you deserve. But we also focus on supporting your full recovery.
That means helping you access expert analysis, treatment, and interim payments where necessary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is classed as dental negligence?
Dental negligence is any dental care that has been provided at a substandard level.
This includes incorrect, delayed or poor treatment which has led to further suffering and/ or injury.
What can I do if my dentist provided substandard dental treatment?
If your dental treatment has gone wrong, you should make a complaint to your dental practice. If they do not correct the work, or if you have lost confidence in them, you can make a personal injury claim.
Your claim must be within 3 years from the point you received the substandard treatment.
Related Services
When healthcare professionals do not uphold their duty of care, there may be a case for clinical negligence.
Client satisfaction
“First class service from Slater Heelis. Stephen Farnworth was knowledgeable, polite and treated me like a person, not just another number. Fantastic solicitor and I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anybody pursuing a negligence claim for themselves.”