St. Louis Dental Malpractice Attorney

Have you been the victim of dental malpractice?

Dental malpractice is a type of medical malpractice in which a dentist does not take due diligence with a patient. Usually, dental malpractice occurs when the dentist fails to diagnose or treat, improperly diagnoses or treats, or delays the diagnosis or treatment or an oral health condition or disease. It may also involve surgical mistakes or willful misconduct. Furthermore, incompetence or misconduct on the part of a dental assistant may also be treated as malpractice.  

In order for a dental malpractice claim to be filed, there has to have been a breach in the acceptable standard of care, and the negligence has to have been the cause of the serious injury to the patient. Dental malpractice cases are often technical and complicated, so it is important that you have skilled legal representation. The caring, family oriented St. Louis personal injury attorneys at Meyerkord and Meyerkord, LLC have the years of experience, knowledge and the medical and dental resources to aggressively represent your case and maximize your chances for a successful outcome.

Dental Malpractice Injuries

Just a few of the many examples of dental malpractice are:

• Loss of the sensation of taste or numbness
• Structural injuries to the jaw, chin, lips or tongue
• Injuries to the nerves of the jaw, chin, lips or tongue
• TMJ problems
• Failing to diagnose or treat oral cancer
• Injuries or death because of incorrect administration of anesthesia
• Wrongful death due to a botched job of oral surgery or other dental procedures
• Failing to diagnose or treat gum disease
• Failing to obtain informed consent
• Sexual abuse

This list of dental malpractice injuries is a long one. If you, your spouse, your child or other loved one has suffered intentional or unintentional harm as the result of the actions of a negligent dental provider, you may be able to recover compensation for your injuries. A St. Louis personal injury lawyer at our firm can review your case at no charge. You will only pay attorney fees if we win your case.