Texas Dental Injury Lawyer
Dental injuries can result in permanent pain, disfigurement, functional impairment, and significant financial burdens. Dr. Monika Kumar, DDS, JD, DABOI, FAGD · Diplomate, American Board of Oral Implantology · Diplomate, Dental Sleep Medicine · Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry, brings a rare combination of clinical dental expertise and legal training to every case.
One of the few Texas attorneys who is also a highly qualified, practicing dentist
Most personal injury attorneys rely entirely on hired expert witnesses to interpret dental records. Monika Kumar brings that clinical expertise in-house — giving your case a distinct advantage from day one.
- Reads and interprets dental records with clinical precision
- Understands treatment standards, protocols, and accepted practices
- Recognizes when a dental procedure deviated from the standard of care
- Can evaluate long-term prognosis and future treatment needs
- Communicates complex dental concepts clearly to judges and juries
- Identifies the full scope of damages — including future care costs
Not every bad dental experience is a legal case. Here’s what is.
We focus on serious dental injuries with lasting harm:
- Gross negligence by a dentist, meaning care that went far below accepted standards, not just a result you’re unhappy with.
- Dental and jaw injuries from motor vehicle accidents.
- TMJ (jaw joint) injuries.
- Dental nerve injuries with numbness, burning, or pain lasting more than six months.
Cases we generally don’t take
Disputes over cost or billing, dissatisfaction with how a crown, veneer, or denture looks, routine post-procedure soreness that has healed, or minor complications that resolved within a few months.
How we handle your dental injury case
Free screening
Tell us what happened using the free consultation form. A member of our team then gives you a free phone interview of about 30 minutes to see whether your situation fits the cases we handle. The screening is free and carries no obligation.
Paid consultation
If your case fits, the next step is a paid consultation for a flat fee, and we’ll tell you the amount before you pay. You send up to 25 pages of your medical or dental records to support your claim. The consultation fee is not credited if we accept your case. The paid consultation is not part of the free screening, and paying for it does not make us your lawyers.
Attorney review and 30-minute consultation
Monika Kumar is both a dentist and an attorney. She reviews your case from both sides, then meets with you for a 30-minute consultation about what she found.
Contingency representation
Only if the consultation shows your claim has merit and we offer to take it, we represent you on a contingency-fee basis, under a separate written agreement. Until you sign it, we are not your lawyers.
Clients may be responsible for case costs and expenses regardless of outcome.
Dental injury FAQ
What should I do if I was injured by a dentist in Texas?
Document your injury, seek a second opinion from another dental professional, preserve all records and receipts, and contact an attorney as soon as possible. Texas has a statute of limitations on dental malpractice claims.
Can I sue my dentist for a nerve injury in Texas?
Sometimes. We look at dental nerve injuries with numbness, burning, or pain lasting more than six months, including nerve damage from extractions or implants, when the injury resulted from negligence. A free screening is the first step.
How much is a dental injury lawsuit worth in Texas?
Compensation depends on the severity of your injury, medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs. We evaluate every case individually to pursue the full compensation you deserve.
How long do I have to file a dental malpractice claim in Texas?
Texas generally imposes a two-year statute of limitations for dental malpractice claims. Before filing, written notice must be sent to each provider at least 60 days in advance. Giving that notice correctly and before the deadline may extend the deadline by 75 days, but do not rely on that extension. Acting promptly preserves your rights and the evidence needed to support your case.
Has a dental injury changed your life?
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious dental injury in Texas, start with a free, confidential screening. We’ll tell you whether your situation fits the cases we handle.
Confidential · No obligation · Statewide representation