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Dental treatment often involves a high level of trust. Before any procedure takes place, you should be given clear, balanced information about what the treatment involves, why it is being recommended, the risks, and the likely consequences of going ahead or choosing not to proceed.
Whether your treatment involved complex restorative work, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontic treatment or sedation, you were entitled to clear information before deciding whether to proceed. Consent is not simply a signature on a form. It is an informed decision made after a proper discussion.
When dental treatment is carried out without valid consent, the impact can become clear in different ways. You may only realise later that the treatment was more invasive than you understood, that important risks were not explained properly, or that you were not given a genuine opportunity to consider whether the proposed treatment was right for you. For many patients, the concern is not only that the outcome was poor, but that they would have made a different decision if they had been given fair and complete information from the outset.
If this has happened to you, you may be able to bring a dental negligence claim. The strength of your case will depend on what was discussed, what was recorded, what treatment was carried out, and whether proper information would have affected your decision to proceed. A signed consent form does not automatically prevent a claim if the advice you received was incomplete, unclear or misleading.
At PSR Solicitors, our specialist dental negligence solicitors support clients across England and Wales with claims involving treatment carried out without proper consent. We will take the time to listen to what happened, review your dental records where appropriate, and help you understand whether the consent process fell below the standard expected of a competent dental professional. If we believe you have a strong case, we will guide you through the claims process with clear advice, careful preparation and a supportive approach.
To speak to one of our dental negligence solicitors in complete confidence, call 0800 020 9167 or complete the enquiry form on this page. Your first consultation is free, and in most cases we can act for you on a No Win, No Fee basis.
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No consent dental negligence occurs when a dental professional carries out treatment without obtaining valid consent from the patient.In some cases, there may have been no consent at all. In others, the patient may have agreed to treatment in general terms, but was not given enough information to make a properly informed choice.
Consent must be voluntary, informed and given by a person who has capacity to make the decision. The NHS explains that valid consent requires permission before treatment, based on an explanation from a clinician, and that the patient must be given information about benefits, risks, reasonable alternatives and what may happen if treatment does not go ahead.In dental treatment, this is particularly important because many procedures are irreversible. Once a tooth has been removed, filed down for a crown, treated with an implant, or altered for cosmetic dentistry, the patient may not be able to return to their previous position.
Dental professionals are expected to explain proposed treatment in a way the patient can understand. This includes the nature of the treatment, the likely benefits, the material risks, any reasonable alternatives, the likely cost, and what may happen if no treatment is carried out.
A claim may be possible where the consent process fell below the expected standard and the patient suffered avoidable harm as a result. That harm may be physical, psychological, financial, or a combination of all three.
Some of the most common causes of lack of consent dental negligence we investigate include:
Before dental treatment begins, your dentist should give you enough information to make an informed decision. This should include what the treatment involves, why it is being recommended, the likely benefits, the material risks, the reasonable alternatives, the likely cost, and what may happen if you choose not to go ahead.
This information should be given in a way you can understand. It should not be rushed, unclear or overly technical. If the treatment is complex, irreversible, privately funded or likely to affect your appearance, it may be especially important that the risks and alternatives are explained carefully.
A consent form can be useful evidence, but it is not a substitute for a proper discussion. The General Dental Council makes clear that although a signature on a form is important evidence that consent has been given, it is the discussion with the patient that determines whether consent is valid.
The dentist should also check that you have understood the information you have been given. This can be particularly important if the treatment is being carried out over several appointments, if costs may change, or if the plan develops as treatment progresses.
At PSR Solicitors, we understand that pursuing a claim after dental treatment has gone wrong can feel difficult, especially if you are still in pain, facing further dental work, or unsure whether what happened was negligent. That is why we take the time to listen carefully and provide straightforward legal advice based on your individual circumstances.
Our experienced dental negligence solicitors help clients across England and Wales bring claims following negligent dental treatment. We assist with claims involving extractions, implants, crowns, veneers, root canal treatment, cosmetic dentistry, sedation and treatment carried out without proper consent.
Because dental negligence affects each person differently, we focus on the legal process and on what the treatment has meant for your life. Whether you have lost confidence, needed further treatment, experienced pain, or faced additional costs, we will make sure your claim reflects the full picture.
With offices in Colwyn Bay, Rhyl, Shotton, Wrexham, Chester and Ellesmere Port, we are accessible when you need us. We also support clients across England and Wales, and many of the people who contact us have been referred by others who trust our approach.
We are experienced No Win, No Fee Solicitors, helping clients pursue dental negligence claims without the pressure of upfront legal fees. You will deal with a team that understands this area of law and will take the time to understand your experience. With PSR, you can expect clear advice, strong representation, and a team that puts your best interests first.
Frequently Asked Questions ABOUT NO CONSENT DENTAL NEGLIGENCE CLAIMS
You may be able to bring a claim if your dentist carried out treatment without your valid consent and you suffered avoidable harm as a result. This may include treatment you did not agree to, treatment that was more extensive than expected, or treatment carried out after risks and alternatives were not properly explained.
A solicitor can review your dental records, consent forms and treatment history to assess whether the consent process fell below the required standard.
Yes, a signed dental consent form does not automatically prevent you from making a dental negligence claim. A form is evidence that some form of consent was given, but it does not prove on its own that the consent was valid.
The key issue is whether you were given enough clear information about the treatment, risks, alternatives, costs and likely consequences before you made your decision. If the discussion was rushed, incomplete, misleading or unclear, the consent may still be open to challenge.
Your dentist should usually explain what the treatment involves, why it is being recommended, the likely benefits, the material risks, the reasonable alternatives, the likely cost, and what may happen if no treatment is carried out.
The level of detail will depend on the treatment and your individual circumstances. For example, a patient considering a dental implant, extraction, crown, veneer or sedation may need more detailed advice because the treatment may be invasive, costly, irreversible or carry specific risks.
Yes, you may be able to claim if the risk was something your dentist should reasonably have explained and you suffered avoidable harm as a result. The question is not only whether the dentist knew about the risk, but whether the risk was material to your decision.
For example, some patients would not have gone ahead with treatment at all. Others would have chosen a less invasive option, asked for more time, sought a second opinion, or requested referral to a specialist.
No. Dentists must obtain valid consent whether the treatment is provided privately, through the NHS, or through a mixed treatment plan. Private cosmetic dentistry, implants, crowns, veneers and orthodontic treatment still require proper explanation of the risks, alternatives, likely costs and consequences before treatment begins.
If dental treatment involved conscious sedation or general anaesthetic, your dentist should have taken particular care to explain the treatment, risks and alternatives before the procedure took place. Written consent should usually be obtained for this type of treatment.
If you were not properly informed before sedation, or treatment was carried out that you did not agree to, we can advise whether the consent process may have fallen below the required standard.
You may have concerns if you were not told about important risks, were not offered reasonable alternatives, felt rushed into agreeing, did not understand that the treatment was irreversible, or received treatment that was different from what you agreed.
Our dental negligence solicitors can review what happened, consider the dental records and advise whether there may be evidence that the consent process fell below the required standard.
If you believe you underwent dental treatment without proper consent, or you were not told about the risks, alternatives or consequences before agreeing to treatment, PSR Solicitors can help.
Our dental negligence claims solicitors will listen to your concerns, review the circumstances carefully, and explain whether you may be able to bring a claim. We can advise on NHS and private dental treatment, including cosmetic dentistry, implants, extractions, root canal treatment, crowns, veneers, orthodontic treatment and sedation-related concerns.
We offer a free, no-obligation consultation, and in most cases we can act for you on a No Win, No Fee basis. With offices across Colwyn Bay, Rhyl, Shotton, Wrexham, Chester and Ellesmere Port, our specialist team is local, approachable and ready to help.
Contact us or complete the enquiry form on this page to speak with one of our experienced dental negligence solicitors. All enquiries are treated in confidence, and there is no pressure to proceed unless and until you are ready.
We have a proven record of success in securing justice and compensation for clients affected by negligent medical treatment. From complex misdiagnosis cases to life-changing surgical errors, our experienced team understands the legal and emotional challenges these claims bring.
We offer a personalised legal service, carefully tailored to your individual circumstances. Our commitment is to provide clear, compassionate guidance and to achieve the best possible outcome for you—every step of the way.
Richard Layfield LLB (Hons)
Solicitor - Head of Personal Injury & Clinical Negligence
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Paul Rossiter
Paul Rossiter LLB (Hons)
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Mark House LLB (Hons)
Solicitor - Head of Litigation
Jasmine Ostanek
Jasmine Ostanek LLB (Hons)
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Georgia Purcell
Georgia Purcell LLM (Hons)
Emily Williams
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