Maxilla, loss of more than half

The VA rates Maxilla, loss of more than half under Diagnostic Code 9914 at 50%, 100%. The minimum 50% rating requires: Replaceable by prosthesis. The maximum 100% rating requires: Not replaceable by prosthesis.

The VA rates Maxilla, loss of more than half under Diagnostic Code (DC) 9914, governed by 38 CFR 38 CFR § 4.150. The diagnostic code establishes the specific rating tiers and severity criteria the VA examiner applies.

A 50% rating requires: Replaceable by prosthesis. A 100% rating requires: Not replaceable by prosthesis. The difference typically reflects the frequency, severity, or functional impact of the condition as documented in medical records and C&P examination findings.

Yes — a 100% rating for Maxilla, loss of more than half alone meets the single-disability threshold for TDIU (38 CFR § 4.16). If the condition prevents substantially gainful employment, the veteran is compensated at the 100% rate without a schedular 100% rating.

The key evidence for Maxilla, loss of more than half is documentation of how the condition affects daily functioning. Treatment records showing worsening symptoms, functional limitations documented by your provider, and buddy statements describing observable impact on daily life all strengthen the claim. A nexus letter from a qualified medical professional linking the current severity to service is essential for contested claims.

The C&P examiner uses a Dental & Oral Conditions DBQ and evaluates your condition against the DC 9914 rating criteria. The examiner documents symptom frequency, severity, and functional impact. Bring all treatment records and describe your worst days, not your best — the VA rates on the full clinical picture across time, not a snapshot of one good day.