Dental Malpractice Lawyers in West Virginia, Ohio, & Pennsylvania
Patients trust dental professionals to provide safe, effective care. When dentists or oral surgeons make preventable mistakes, the results can be painful and permanent. At Polverini & Wiater, PLLC, we help victims of dental malpractice pursue justice and compensation.
Understanding Dental Malpractice Claims
Dental malpractice occurs when a provider’s care falls below accepted standards, resulting in injury. These cases often involve negligent procedures, misdiagnosis, or failure to detect serious oral conditions.
Common Dental Malpractice Issues
- Nerve injuries from extractions or implants
- Anesthesia mistakes during dental procedures
- Failure to diagnose oral cancer or infections
- Improper placement of crowns, bridges, or implants
- Unnecessary or incorrect treatment
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Victims of dental malpractice may be entitled to:
- Corrective dental or surgical procedures
- Medical and rehabilitation costs
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress damages
- Compensation for permanent injury, scarring, or disfigurement
How We Handle Dental Malpractice Cases
- Review Records – Examining charts, imaging, and treatment plans.
- Work With Experts – Dental and medical specialists to evaluate negligence.
- Establish Liability – Showing deviation from professional standards of dental care.
- Pursue Justice – Negotiating with insurers or litigating where necessary.
Dental Malpractice FAQs
These FAQs are provided for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, please contact our office directly.
What’s the difference between a bad outcome and malpractice?
Malpractice involves negligence — not just dissatisfaction.
Can I sue if my dentist failed to diagnose oral cancer?
Yes — delayed detection of cancer can form the basis of a claim.
What if the injury was caused by a routine extraction?
If caused by negligence, it may qualify as malpractice.
Do I need another dentist to review my case?
Yes, expert testimony is almost always required.
How soon should I act?
Promptly — records and evidence must be preserved, and statutes of limitation apply.
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