What happens if a filling is done wrong?

If the filling has not been adequately prepared, the mixture may not bond properly to the tooth tissue and this may cause the filling to fall out or cause a gap, which could then allow further decay to form and lead to long lasting toothache as the pulp of the tooth becomes infected.

Is dentist responsible for failed filling?

If you have had a cavity filling that you feel has been done improperly, your dentist may be liable for failure to fulfill their duty of care to you.

Can you sue a dentist for making a mistake?

Anyone can choose to sue their dentist for a bad dental procedure. This is called a dental malpractice lawsuit, and it is part of the medical malpractice practice area within personal injury law. A malpractice attorney is the best person to listen to your situation and tell you if you have a strong malpractice claim.

Is it possible to mess up a filling?

Your teeth are under constant pressure each day from chewing, grinding or clenching which can cause dental fillings to wear, chip or crack. If the seal between the tooth and the filling breaks down, food particles and bacteria can work their way underneath the filling.

Can a filling be redone?

You’ll need to have the filling replaced to prevent new decay. If you have a composite filling, it’s normal for it to discolor over time. As a result, it can stick out like a sore thumb. You can have it replaced to ensure it continues to blend in seamlessly when you smile.

How long should a dentist guarantee a filling?

There is no guaranteed time for any dental filling, however, the hope of a filling is that it lasts many years. Fillings needed, due to decay between the teeth or at the gumline, are subject to recurrent decay in those same areas if dietary or oral hygiene habits aren’t corrected after the filling is placed.

How long can you wait if a filling falls out?

Most of the time, a lost filling is not considered a dental emergency. However, if you are experiencing pain and sensitivity around the affected tooth, it’s not something you should ignore. Our recommendation is that you wait no longer than 3 days to see our dentists.

Can a filling lead to a root canal?

Not always. On occasion, after the placement of a restoration, a tooth can become non-vital and require root canal treatment. Every time a filling is placed or replaced, there is trauma to the pulp (nerve and blood supply). It can be a combination of many things that will cause this trauma.

Is replacing a filling painful?

For the patient, a filling replacement will not feel any different from any other dental work. The local anesthetic ensures that you do not feel any pain during the procedure. After removing the old silver filling material, your dentist prepares the tooth for the new filling, onlay, or dental crown.

What happens if a dentist makes a mistake?

However, these errors do happen and sometimes the patient can be injured as a result or may require extensive future dental work to fix the problem. If a dentist makes a mistake and the patient is significantly or permanently damaged as a result, it can affect every area of their life.

Is it dental malpractice if the dentist doesn’t treat you properly?

In fact, the treatment provided to you by a dental care professional has to be below the acceptable standard of care that you should expect from a dentist, dental hygienist, or any other dental health care provider and the treatment has to cause serious personal injuries to you; otherwise, it can’t be considered malpractice.

What do you need to know about a dental injury lawsuit?

Causation: The plaintiff will need to establish that the dentist’s negligent act was the cause of injury. The dentist could argue that the injury was something the patient would have sustained, even if the dentist was not negligent. They may also argue that the patient should have reasonably expected the pain from the procedure.

What happens if you make a complaint about a dentist?

Such complaints result in an investigation by state regulators. Malpractice findings can result in a reprimand of the dentist, fines or probation. In extreme cases, the dentist may lose his or her license to suspension or revocation.

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