The Value of Dental Injuries after a Personal Injury Incident

There are many different incidents that can ultimately lead to dental injuries. Slip and fall accidents, which are among the most common types of personal injury accidents, can lead to fractured teeth and jaw injuries, for example. Dental injuries stemming from slip and fall accidents can have estimated costs ranging from $1,000 to $40,000, based on the extent of the damage. Incidents during sports can result in chipped teeth or knocked-out teeth; estimated cost of treatment for such injuries can range from $500 to $6,000. In car accidents, for example, victims could suffer knocked-out teeth, broken jaw, and soft tissue injuries; these injuries can be associated with costs ranging from $2,000 to $50,000.

In addition to slip and falls, sports-related incidents, and car accidents, some of the other incidents that could lead to dental injuries could include trip and fall accidents, foreign object in food incidents, assault and battery, and more.

Regardless of the specific incident that occurs, it is important to understand that dental injuries can lead to long-term expenses. Of course, more severe dental injuries will be associated with much higher costs.

Ultimately, the value of dental injuries is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to the severity of the injury and the type of treatment required – specifically, whether treatment requires surgery or long-term dental procedures. Below, we will go over the different types of dental injuries that could occur, common treatment options, and the average costs associated with said treatments.

Chipped Teeth or Cracked Teeth – these are considered the most minor of dental injuries. Treatment options for chipped or cracked teeth can include dental bonding, veneers, or crowns. Dental bonding can cost anywhere from $100 to $500 per tooth. Porcelain veneers can cost anywhere from $900 to $2,500 per tooth. Dental crowns can cost anywhere from $800 to $3,000 per tooth.

Let’s say four teeth are affected; individuals may face dental bonding costs of $400 to $2000, porcelain veneer costs of $3,600 to $10,000, and dental crown costs of $3,200 to $12,000.

Fractured Teeth or Loose Teeth – these are more moderate dental injuries. Examples of the treatment options for fractured or loose teeth can include root canals, dental crowns, tooth splinting, or extractions. Root canals can cost anywhere from $700 to $2,500. Crowns, as mentioned above, can cost anywhere from $800 to $3,000 per tooth. Splinting can cost anywhere from $300 to $1,500 per tooth. Extractions may cost from $150 to $600 per tooth.

Again, if four teeth are affected, individuals may face root canal costs of $2,800 to $10,000, crown costs of $3,200 to $12,000, splinting costs of $1,200 to $6,000, and extraction costs of $600 to $2,400.

Knocked-Out Teeth or Broken Teeth, Requiring Implants – examples of treatment options for knocked out teeth can include dental implants, bridges, or dentures. Of course, it is possible for teeth to have to be extracted before proceeding. Extractions can cost from $150 to $600, as mentioned above. Dental implants, including the costs of crowns, can cost $3,000 to $6,000 per tooth. In cases in which multiple teeth are lost, a dental bridge may be required, which can cost from $2,000 to $5,000. Similarly, full dentures may cost from $1,500 to $5,000 per arch.

Let’s say that most of the teeth were affected, resulting in the best course of treatment being extracting the remaining teeth and getting full dentures. For full dentures (two arches), estimated costs could range from $3,000 to $10,000. However, dentures must be replaced at least every 5 to 10 years, or even sooner if issues arise.

Jaw Injuries and Soft Tissue Injuries – these are the most severe types of injuries and often occur due to significant trauma during falls, car accidents, etc. Treatment options include jaw surgery, TMJ therapy/surgery, and stitches for gum injuries or soft tissue injuries. Jaw surgery could cost anywhere from $10,000 to $40,000. TMJ therapy/surgery could cost $2,000 to $50,000. Stiches can range from $500 to $2,000. By far, these are the highest costs discussed so far. However, it is important to highlight that these are just base costs that do not account for any of the different complications that can arise, such as the need for revision surgeries, for example.

It is important to highlight that most dental procedures are not permanent. Crowns, bridges, implants, etc. can become damaged over time, resulting in requiring additional treatment. In addition, there are costs associated with x-rays, imaging, exams, emergency visits, sedation, and orthodontic treatment, for example. In addition, some people will find that they are more susceptible to further dental injuries after their initial treatment (for example, their remaining teeth may be weak, they may have chronic pain, etc.). It is also important to consider that most people will not sustain clearcut injuries, like only cracked teeth or only knocked out teeth. That is, they may experience a few chipped teeth, a few fractured teeth, a couple knocked out teeth, and even damage to soft tissue or to the jaw. Estimated costs for initial treatment and future treatment will be based on every specific situation.

When pursuing a personal injury claim, most people are only thinking of recovering compensation for existing costs for dental injury treatment. Of course, this is important, but it is also important to understand the severity of dental injuries and effectively project the future treatment that may be required. This allows claimants to be properly compensated.

If you are pursuing a claim for dental injuries after a personal injury accident and are concerned about getting fairly compensated for future costs associated with your dental injuries, please do not hesitate to reach out to our law firm as soon as possible. Even if you are just considering the legal options available to you, it is important that you speak with an experienced attorney about your rights and the possible value of your lawsuit. Here at our firm, we offer free case evaluations, which include free consultations and free second opinion. Our experts will be available to answer all your questions and address all your concerns. To schedule a free case review, contact us today.

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