Conditions/Dental & Oral

Loss of Teeth Due to Disease or Injury

Diagnostic Code 9906Dental & Oral

Missing teeth resulting from trauma, disease, or extraction

VA Rating Criteria (38 CFR)
40%

Loss of all upper and lower teeth

30%

Loss of all teeth in one arch

20%

Loss of 8 or more teeth

10%

Loss of 6 or 7 teeth

0%

Loss of 1 to 5 teeth

Evidence You'll Need

Medical Evidence

Current diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider, medical records documenting symptoms and treatment history

Service Connection

Evidence linking your condition to military service (service treatment records, incident reports, or nexus letter)

Personal Statement

Your detailed account of how loss of teeth due to disease or injury affects your daily life and when symptoms began

Lay Evidence

Buddy letters from fellow service members or family who can corroborate your symptoms

C&P Exam Tips Preview

During your Compensation & Pension exam for loss of teeth due to disease or injury, examiners will assess your symptoms against the rating criteria above.

Be specific: Describe your worst day, not your average day

Document everything: Bring copies of all medical records and evidence

Functional impact: Explain how symptoms affect work, sleep, and daily activities

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