What happens during a C&P exam for Dental Trauma Residuals?

Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms. Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

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Q: What are the VA rating percentages for Dental Trauma Residuals?

Dental Trauma Residuals (DC 9913) is rated at 40%, 30%, 20%, 10%, 0% under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913. DC 9913 — "Where the lost masticatory surface cannot be restored by suitable prosthesis: Loss of all teeth" = 40%. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Complete trauma-induced edentulism (severe facial trauma with both arches involved) where atrophic ridge, compromised bone substrate, or scarred surgical bed prevents prosthesis support.

Q: What rates 40% for Dental Trauma Residuals under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913?

Under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913 (DC 9913), a 40% rating for Dental Trauma Residuals requires: DC 9913 — "Where the lost masticatory surface cannot be restored by suitable prosthesis: Loss of all teeth" = 40%. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Complete trauma-induced edentulism (severe facial trauma with both arches involved) where atrophic ridge, compromised bone substrate, or scarred surgical bed prevents prosthesis support.

Q: What rates 30% for Dental Trauma Residuals under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913?

Under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913 (DC 9913), a 30% rating for Dental Trauma Residuals requires: DC 9913 — "Loss of all upper teeth" = 30%; OR "Loss of all lower teeth" = 30%, where not restorable by prosthesis. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Complete trauma-induced edentulism of one arch only.

Q: What rates 20% for Dental Trauma Residuals under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913?

Under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913 (DC 9913), a 20% rating for Dental Trauma Residuals requires: DC 9913 — "All upper and lower posterior teeth missing" = 20%; OR "All upper and lower anterior teeth missing" = 20%, where not restorable by prosthesis. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Bilateral arch-spanning posterior or anterior trauma losses.

Q: What rates 10% for Dental Trauma Residuals under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913?

Under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913 (DC 9913), a 10% rating for Dental Trauma Residuals requires: DC 9913 — "All upper anterior teeth missing" = 10%; OR "All lower anterior teeth missing" = 10%; OR "All upper and lower teeth on one side missing" = 10%, where not restorable by prosthesis. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Common pattern from facial trauma (anterior loss) or unilateral blast injury.

Q: What rates 0% for Dental Trauma Residuals under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913?

Under 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913 (DC 9913), a 0% rating for Dental Trauma Residuals requires: DC 9913 — "Where the loss of masticatory surface can be restored by suitable prosthesis" = 0%. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Successful prosthetic rehabilitation (dentures, bridges, implants) restoring functional mastication — no compensable DC 9913 rating, but companion residuals (scarring, nerve injury, TMJ, underlying TBI) remain separately compensable.

Q: What evidence do I need for a Dental Trauma Residuals VA claim?

Key evidence for a Dental Trauma Residuals claim includes: Service treatment records; Current medical diagnosis and treatment records; Buddy/lay statements; Prescription history; Employment impact documentation. All evidence should document both the condition and its impact on daily functioning.

DC 991338 C.F.R. § 4.150

Diagnostic Code

DC 9913

38 C.F.R. § 4.150

Rating Range

0–40%

5 severity tiers

Source

Referenced

38 C.F.R. Part 4

Dental Trauma Residuals is rated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs under DC 9913 of 38 CFR § 4.150, DC 9913 across 5 severity tiers (40% / 30% / 20% / 10% / 0%). Service connection requires (1) a current diagnosis, (2) an in-service event, injury, or exposure, and (3) a medical nexus opinion linking the two under 38 C.F.R. § 3.303.

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Overview

Residual effects from traumatic dental injuries sustained during military service including fractured teeth, avulsed teeth, alveolar fractures, and damage to dental structures. Service-connected dental trauma qualifies for VA dental treatment and possible compensation.

Rating Criteria

40%

DC 9913 — "Where the lost masticatory surface cannot be restored by suitable prosthesis: Loss of all teeth" = 40%. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Complete trauma-induced edentulism (severe facial trauma with both arches involved) where atrophic ridge, compromised bone substrate, or scarred surgical bed prevents prosthesis support.

30%

DC 9913 — "Loss of all upper teeth" = 30%; OR "Loss of all lower teeth" = 30%, where not restorable by prosthesis. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Complete trauma-induced edentulism of one arch only.

20%

DC 9913 — "All upper and lower posterior teeth missing" = 20%; OR "All upper and lower anterior teeth missing" = 20%, where not restorable by prosthesis. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Bilateral arch-spanning posterior or anterior trauma losses.

10%

DC 9913 — "All upper anterior teeth missing" = 10%; OR "All lower anterior teeth missing" = 10%; OR "All upper and lower teeth on one side missing" = 10%, where not restorable by prosthesis. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Common pattern from facial trauma (anterior loss) or unilateral blast injury.

DC 9913 — "Where the loss of masticatory surface can be restored by suitable prosthesis" = 0%. (Verbatim § 4.150 DC 9913.) Successful prosthetic rehabilitation (dentures, bridges, implants) restoring functional mastication — no compensable DC 9913 rating, but companion residuals (scarring, nerve injury, TMJ, underlying TBI) remain separately compensable.

03Key Evidence

—Service treatment records

—Current medical diagnosis and treatment records

—Buddy/lay statements

—Prescription history

—Employment impact documentation

—Any relevant diagnostic testing

04C&P Exam Tips

1Bring all relevant medical records and a written list of symptoms.

2Report your worst days, not your best. The VA rates based on overall impairment.

3Document how the condition affects daily activities, work, and relationships.

4Mention all medications and their side effects.

5Bring buddy statements from people who observe your symptoms.

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Sources & Editorial

Rating criteria reference 38 C.F.R. Part 4 (Schedule for Rating Disabilities). This entry has not yet undergone editorial review against the live regulation text — consult the authoritative source directly before relying on the criteria shown.

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