Dental Carie
Rated Under Another Condition
This condition is typically rated under Loss of Teeth (DC 9913). The rating criteria below reflects that diagnostic code.
Dental Carie is a VA-ratable condition . Maximum rating: 40%.
Rating Criteria
| Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 40% | **ALL** teeth missing. |
| 30% | All lower teeth **OR** all upper teeth missing. |
| 20% | All upper **AND** lower anterior teeth missing. |
| 20% | All upper **AND** lower posterior\*\* teeth missing. |
| 10% | All upper **AND** lower teeth on one side missing. |
| 10% | All upper **OR** lower anterior\* teeth missing. |
Important Notes
Rated under Loss of Teeth (DC 9913)
Filing Tips
Pro Tip: The VA won't connect the dots for you. That's your job. Build the paper trail before you file.
Gather medical evidence showing a current diagnosis of this condition.
Document in-service events, injuries, or exposures that caused or aggravated this condition.
Consider a nexus letter from a medical professional linking your condition to service.