Minnesota Dental Malpractice Attorneys

Dentists may not always receive the same amount of prestige as surgeons, general practitioners, or other kinds of medical professionals. This is not actually fair. Dentists are highly trained doctors who perform important and sometimes dangerous medical procedures.

Most dentists are dedicated professionals who take good care of their patients’ oral health. Sadly, some dentists are not as careful. A negligent dentist, orthodontist or oral surgeon can do serious damage to his or her patients’ health.

Types of Dental Malpractice

At the offices of Minnesota dental malpractice lawyers Terry & Slane, we are familiar with a variety of dental injuries caused by negligent dental care providers, including:

• Damage done to nerves in the law, tongue or lips
• Infections caused by inadequate hygiene
• Injuries to jaws and teeth caused by faulty crowns or bridges
• Anesthesia-related illness or death
• TMJ, a painful chronic condition caused by damage to the joint of the jaw

If You are a Victim of Dental Malpractice…

If you have been injured by a negligent oral health provider, it may be a good idea to contact a Minnesota dental malpractice attorney immediately. Your attorney will be able to review your case in detail, offer insightful legal advice, and argue before a judge or jury on your behalf.

A dental malpractice suit may allow you to win compensation for medical bills related to your injury, wages you lost if you missed work, and the pain you have suffered. Perhaps most importantly, it will hold the negligent parties who hurt you responsible for their actions.

To speak with an experienced Minnesota dental malpractice lawyer, contact the offices of Terry & Slane at 612-333-5544.