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Evidence checklist

Jaw Fracture Residuals

DC 990438 CFR § 4.150Dental/Oral

Evidence strength

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01

Specialist opinion

Highest value0 of 1 collected
Oral surgery or maxillofacial follow-up documenting residualsCritical

Records documenting residual pain, limited jaw opening, malocclusion, nerve involvement, or other long-term sequelae.

Private provider · independent opinion
02

Treatment records

0 of 1 collected
Emergency and surgical records from jaw fracture treatmentCritical

Records documenting the original fracture, surgical repair (ORIF, IMF), and immediate complications.

VA or private records · written request
03

Diagnostic tests and lab results

0 of 2 collected
Jaw range of motion measurements documenting limited openingCritical

Objective ROM measurements — rated under 38 CFR § 4.150 based on degree of limitation.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
Panoramic X-ray or CT documenting fracture site and healing

Imaging showing fracture healing, hardware placement, or residual deformity.

Imaging or lab facility · records request
04

Lay statements

0 of 2 collected
Buddy statement from spouse, family, or fellow service member

A written statement from someone who can describe observable symptoms and how your condition affects daily life.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
Personal statement describing symptoms and functional impact

Your own written account of how this condition affects your daily activities, work, and relationships. Describe your worst days.

You or a witness · VA Form 21-4138 or 21-10210How to get this →
05

Service records

0 of 1 collected
Service treatment records (STRs)Critical

Military medical records showing in-service treatment, complaints, or injuries related to this condition.

NPRC / milConnect · SF-180
Condition guideRating criteria and what VA looks forBuddy statement builderGuided VA Form 21-10210

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