Circumstances of accident
Our client attended their dentist with excruciating pain in their back tooth. The Dental Practice made a referral for suspected TMJ Syndrome. Our client sought private treatment where it was confirmed the tooth in question was dying, thus causing pain.
How we helped our client
Our client required private treatment, which resulted in the removal of their tooth.
A dental expert was tasked with examining the client and records to confirm whether the treating dentist should have done more. The expert concluded that had a diagnosis been made earlier, the tooth could have on balance been saved via root canal treatment.
Liability was firmly refuted with the Defender’s alleging that in any event, the tooth would have been lost.
Settlement
Our client’s claim was subsequently settled for £3,500 by way of negotiation with the at fault dental practice.
Accordingly, we were able to obtain a settlement that our client was happy with which covered the costs of the private treatment, settle their claim swiftly and without the need for litigation.
