TMJD news -- Woman sues Mars Candy Company - Starburst Caused Teeth To Stick Together

Woman Suing Over Starburst Candy Injury
Plaintiff Says Candy Caused Teeth To Stick Together

Thursday, June 28, 2007 0517PDT

BOSTON -- A Michigan woman is claiming that a sweet snack turned into her
worst nightmare, and now she's suing a well-known candy company.

Victoria McArthur said she misaligned her jaw while eating Starburst
candies.

She said a piece of the candy caused her top and bottom teeth to stick
together, resulting in a condition called "temporal mandibular joint
dysfunction."

McArthur is seeking $25,000 from the Mars Corp. to pay for her
rehabilitation, plus compensation for her pain and suffering.

There has been no comment from the company on the lawsuit


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