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Broken Jaw Claims<\/h1>

Jaw injury compensation claim<\/h2><\/a>

Your jaw gives your face its unique structure – your jaw literally makes your face your own! So if you’ve fractured your jaw and it was someone else’s fault, you could claim compensation.<\/p>

The human jaw is a vital bone structure, providing the mechanism facial movements that we do without really thinking, such as eating and talking.<\/p>

While a jaw injury could be the result of the injured person’s own carelessness – it would be highly unusual. In the majority of cases, a broken or dislocated jaw will have been caused by excessive force as a result of road traffic accidents, negligence or criminal assault, such as an altercation at work – in which case those responsible should be brought to account.<\/p>

Your fractured jaw injury may have left you in severe pain and unable to talk, eat or breathe properly. Thankfully, the purpose of making a broken jaw claim is to compensate you for what’s happened and to make your recovery an easier process. In serious cases, for example, if you’ve undergone surgery and need ongoing treatment, you may be able to bring a substantial claim broken jaw compensation claim to reflect the seriousness of your personal injury and the effects on your life.<\/p>

If you’ve suffered a fractured or broken jaw – or other facial injuries – and you think someone else was to blame, you could make a no win no fee personal injury claim. Call now for free legal advice on 0800 234 6438<\/span>, or if you prefer, you can request a call back using the injury contract form here.<\/p><\/div>

DID YOU KNOW:<\/b> The jaw is the 10th most common bone fracture in the human body; and men are around three times more likely than women to suffer a broken jaw<\/div>
SOURCE:<\/b> WebMD<\/div>

Can I make a no win no fee jaw injury claim?<\/h2><\/a>

So long as you have a reasonable chance of winning your broken jaw injury claim, your personal injury solicitors will be able to take your claim on a no win no fee basis. This means the financial risk to you of claiming for a broken jaw bone is removed – you don’t need to worry about the costs involved.<\/p>

You’ll sign a ‘conditional fee agreement’ meaning you’ll have no legal costs to pay if your broken jaw compensation claim is unsuccessful. And if you win, you’ll receive your compensation award. Out of your compensation, you will then pay your solicitor a ‘success fee’ to cover your legal fees (this will never be more than 25% of your broken jaw bone compensation).<\/p>

To start the no win no fee jaw injury compensation claim process, simply call 0800 234 6438<\/span> for a no obligation consultation with a specialist personal injury solicitor. They’ll ask you how your broken jaw injury was caused, explain your options and partner you with experienced personal injury solicitors.  Importantly, the law firm will be regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority – giving you much needed peace of mind during the broken jaw injury claims process.<\/p><\/div>

What are the different types of jaw bone fracture?<\/h2><\/a>

The human jaw is a remarkable structure; engineered in such as way as to allow us to eat and drink, talk, kiss and even breath properly. The jaw itself consists of the lower jaw (the ‘mandible’) and the upper jaw (the ‘maxilla’). Most jaw fractures are to the lower jaw and more than half of lower jaw fractures involve a break in two places..<\/p>

The jawbones are connected to the skull at two joints (the temporomandibular joints) which are either side in front of the ears<\/p><\/div>

Lower jaw<\/h3><\/a>

The lower jaw (mandible) supports the bottom teeth and provides the shaping of our chin and lower part of the face. It’s also the part of the jaw that moves up and down and side to side; moving together with our teeth and allowing us to bite and chew food until it’s soft enough to swallow.<\/p><\/div>

Upper jaw<\/h3><\/a>

The upper jaw bone (maxilla) holds the upper teeth and is in two parts which are fused together below the nose. Fractures of the upper jaw are relatively rare and are usually caused by direct blunt trauma to the upper part of the front of the face, such as the cheek bones. Swelling from a fracture to the maxilla could be so severe that it can block the airway, in which case, urgent medical attention is needed.<\/p>

If you’ve suffered dislocated or broken jaw bones caused by someone else, call 0800 234 6438<\/span> for free legal advice, or if you prefer, ask for a call back using the contact form here.<\/p><\/div>

Are jaw fractures serious?<\/h2><\/a>

This depends on the nature and extent of the fracture itself. Some jaw fractures are relatively minor and heal with minimal medical intervention, painkillers and self-care. A fractured tooth socket, for example, is a minor injury and typically treated with painkillers (and antibiotics because of the risk of infection).<\/p>

But if the broken jaw is more serious, it’s highly likely surgery will be required. The fracture itself can occur in the part that supports the teeth, or in the curvature of the jaw or at the side points or joints of the jaw.<\/p>

The treatment you receive depends on how serious the injury. In the case of serious fractures to the jaw bone, doctors may need to insert metal plates and screws to help the jaw bone fuse together. Occasionally – usually only in the most complicated fractures – broken jaws need to be stabilised with wires them while they heal. Along with wires, the teeth are held together with elastic bands.  It means the injured person can’t eat properly and diet will be restricted to liquidised or very soft food while healing takes place.<\/p>

FACT<\/p>

Cancer of the mouth or the jaw can raise the risk of suffering a fractured jaw<\/p><\/div>

What are the symptoms of a jaw fracture?<\/h2><\/a>

If you have fractured your jaw, you’ll probably know about it – the injury will undoubtedly be accompanied by significant pain and bruising. The most common symptoms of a fractured jaw include:<\/p>