Dentures Expert Witnesses

Reseda, California

Dentist, Orthodontist - Dental Reconstruction, Crowns/Caps Bridges and Fillings, Implants, Dental Injuries & MVA, Root Canals/Endodontics, Oral Surgery/Extractions, Periodontics/Gum Disease, Dental Examination/IME, Dentures, Veneers, Dental Board Claims, Dental Malpractice, Orthodontics, Braces, Invisalign

I have been in the practice of dentistry at the above location since 1977. My career began with academics that provided me with the dual specialties of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics. My experience has encompassed all phases of restorative dental care for patients of all ages. Oral hygiene care, cosmetic make-overs, orthodontics and implant/crown cases are all apart of the treatment provided. I strive to provide the most competent patient care by continually availing myself to academic programs and the latest technology across the entire spectrum of dental services. You can depend on me to provide thorough evaluations and presentations that will benefit your clients. Education Syracuse University, Bachelor of Science; Major in Genetics 1970 New York University College of Dentistry, Dental Surgery 1974 Boston University School of Graduate Dentistry, Pedodontics 1976 Master of Science in Dentistry 1976 Board Eligibilty in Pediatric Dentistry 1976 America...

Del Mar, California

Dentist, Oral Surgery - Crowns, Bridges, Implants, Cosmetics, Immediate Load, Dentures, All on 4 implants, Laminates, Veneers, Cosmetic Dentistry, Informed Consent, Dental Reconstruction, Restorations, standard of care, informed consent

Dental expert for over 25 years. Dr Aires is able to take complex dental procedures and explain them to attorneys in a concise manner. He has testified for both the plaintiff and defendant on a wide range of dental standard of care issues.This includes dental crowns, dental bridges, implant restorations and cosmetic dentistry. His clinical experience as a practicing dentist for over 35 years coupled with his education proves him to be a competent, thoughtful, well-prepared expert. He has an excellent track record defending both dentists and patients as well as an accomplished mentor, innovator, and teacher. Most recently, Dr. Aires has published his clinical findings of over 300 implant patients in the International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants (JOMI). The article addresses the 'all-on-four' dental implant concept and immediate loading of full arch implant supported reconstructions. One of his services is coaching dentists in their offices with complex implant a...

Sacramento, California

Dentist - TMJ Disorders, Jaw & Face Pain, Trigeminal Nerve injuries, Injuries to teeth and mouth, numb face, Oral Devices for Sleep Apnea, Cosmetic Dentistry, Root Canals, dental Implants, All-On-Four Restoration, Crowns, Bridges, dentures, Gum Disease, Oral Infections, Oral Pathology, dental malpractice

42 years of experience in academic, military, and private practice Dentistry. Specialized training and certification in Orofacial pain/Temporomandibular Disorders and the management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea using oral devices. Experienced in the outpatient dental treatment of Special Needs patients under General Anesthesia. Currently expert witness for the state of California Board of Dental Examiners.

Santa Ana, California

Dentist, Sleep Medicine - Personal Injury, Oral Sleep Appliances, Orofacial Pain and Injections, Migraines, Insomnia, Dentures, Orofacial Board Certified, Work Injury, Standard of Care, Jaw Pain, TMJ, Facial Pain, Treatment Complications, Dental Trauma

Dr. Viet Nghiem, DDS, is a highly accomplished Orofacial Pain and Sleep Specialist with over 30 years of experience in dental practice. He has been practicing in California since 1985 and is board-certified in Orofacial Pain since 2003. Dr. Nghiem's expertise encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), sleep apnea, and other orofacial pain conditions. His practice includes non-extraction orthodontics, TMD orthotics, oral sleep appliances, and full-mouth reconstruction. Dr. Nghiem has served as an independent clinical researcher, lecturer, and instructor for the United States Dental Institute. He is also a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in California and a diplomate of the American Academy of Pain Management. Throughout his career, he has been involved in complex medical-legal cases as an expert witness, winning significant compensation for misdiagnosed or untimely diagnosed conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea. With a strong focus on mult...

Washington, District Of Columbia

Dentist - Dental Reconstruction, Dental Crowns/Caps Bridges and Fillings, Dental Implants, Dental Injuries & MVA, Root Canals, Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Extractions, Cosmetic Dentistry, TMJ, Periodontics, Gum Disease, Dental Examination/IME, Dentures, Veneers, Dental Board Claims, Dental Malpractice

Dr. Pollowitz has served as an expert for over 30 years in both Plaintiff and Defense cases. He has been involved in numerous depositions and trials and has testified on a wide range of dental standard of care issues such as: complex restorative treatment, root canals, periodontics, oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry, implants, crowns, fillings, orthodontics, injuries, dentures and TMJ. He has performed countless IME's and reports. He has given dental related seminars for both professionals and the public and has been the recipient of numerous awards throughout his career. Throughout his career he has been a member of the American Dental Association, DC Dental Society. He has been a Board member of the Mid-Atlantic Dental Meeting, been a member of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of Sports Dentistry, International Assoc. for Dental Trauma, American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, Maimonides Dental Society and the Alpha Omega International ...

Lake Mary, Florida

Dentist, Independent Medical Examinations - Dental Forensic Expert Witness, Florida Certified Dental Expert Witness (DNEW 332), Dental Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Accident Trauma, Forensic Traumatology, Worker's Compensation, Oral Surgery, TMJ, Oral Trauma, Implants, Endodontics, Periodontics, Chlidren, Dentures, Sleep Apnea, Dental Trauma, Informed Consent, Oral Health

DDS - Marquette University PhD in Pain Management, Pain Research and Education - University of the Pacific & Thornton University Oral Surgery Fellowship - U.S. Navy Certification in Head and Neck Radiology and Imaging - Baylor and Texas A&M American Academy of Pain Management - Diplomate - Certified Pain Practitioner American Academy of Integrated Pain Management - Diplomate - Credentialed Member Facial Pain, TMJ, Temporomandibular Joint disorders - Cranial Pathofunction Forensic Traumatology PTSD & PTSI Workers' Compensation PhD in Pain Management, Pain Research and Education American Academy of Craniofacial Pain - Diplomate American College of Forensic Examiners - Diplomate Dental Expert Witness - Medical Expert Witness Forensic Dental and Medical Expert Witness Professional Experience U.S. Marine Corps Corpman 1962 - 1968 U.S. Navy Dental Corps 1974 -1978 Private Practice 1978 - Present ...

Atlanta, Georgia

Dentist - prosthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, implant dentistry, restorative dentistry, crowns, veneers, bleaching, dentures, full mouth reconstruction, tooth colored fillings, treatment planning, radiographs, teeth, occlusion, TMJ, TMD

President of AAED (American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry) 2019/2020 Co-owner/ teacher of Dental Careers Institute - a vocational school for dental assistants Entrepreneur - developed products and techniques for dentistry. Educator - professor at Augusta College of Dentistry Continuing education speaker for over 30 years Author - Esthetic Imaging In Dentistry a textbook Numerous scientific articles

Bishop, Georgia

Dentist - TMJ, Sleep Apnea, Oro-facial Pain, Cosmetics, dental malpractice, headaches, root canals, Dentures, Partials, Oral Surgery, Periodontics, conscious sedation, IME, dental implants, crowns, bridges, sleep apnea appliances, dental trauma

General Dentist treating patients for dental decay, abscessed teeth, broken and lost teeth, as well as the placement and restoration of dental implants. Treatment for TMJ and myofascial pain disorders, headaches, crowns, bridges, and removable appliances. Assistant professor of removable prosthodontics at Emory School of Dentistry in Atlanta, GA. Performed numerous IME (Independent dental examinations) for insurance companies and local attorneys. Evaluated the standard of care, claims of treatment failures, treatment complications, and misdiagnosis in all phases of dentistry. Evaluated dental injuries due to trauma and motor vehicle accidents. The diagnosis and treatment of TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders. Treatment of sleep apnea cases with oral appliance therapy. Advanced training in TMJ, Dental Sleep Medicine, conscious sedation, and dental implants. Practiced as a general dentist for 47 years and currently practicing as a Locum Tenens dentist in both Georgia and Missou...

Pasadena, Maryland

Dentist - Dental Reconstruction, Crowns/Caps Bridges and Fillings, Implants, Dental Injuries & MVA, Root Canals/Endodontics, Oral Surgery/Extractions, Periodontics/Gum Disease, Dental Examination/IME, Dentures, Veneers, Dental Board Claims, Dental Malpractice

Dr. Ian Shuman maintains a general, reconstructive and aesthetic dental practice in Pasadena, Maryland. Dr. Shuman has served as an expert witness since 1999. Dr. Shuman has served as an expert for over 20 years in both Plaintiff and Defense cases. He has been involved in numerous depositions and trials and has testified on a wide range of dental standard of care issues such as: complex restorative treatment, root canals, periodontics, oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry, implants, crowns, fillings, orthodontics, injuries, and dentures. He is a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry and a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Dr. Shuman has been named one of the Top Clinicians in Continuing Education since 2005 by Dentistry Today.

Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota

Dentist, Public Health - Dental Implants, Preventative Health, Oral Pathology, Dental Education, prosthetics, Dentures, Crown and Bridge, Bone Grafting, Surgical Complications, Nerve Injury Risk, Informed Consent, Dental Documentation, Dental Record Reviews, Treatment Planning

I am a practicing general dentist and dental practice owner in Minnesota. My clinical background includes general dentistry, implant dentistry, prosthetics, dentures, surgical extractions, bone grafting, oral pathology screening, treatment planning, informed consent, and dental documentation. A large part of my clinical work involves diagnosing, treatment planning, placing and restoring implants, managing restorative and prosthetic complications, performing surgical extractions, grafting, evaluating radiographs, and helping patients understand realistic risks and expectations. I have particular experience with implant complications, denture and implant-retained prosthetic issues, crown and bridge treatment, retained root decision-making, post-operative complications, and documentation around surgical and restorative care. I am a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and have additional training and clinical focus in implant dentistry. I also hold an MPH and ...

Dallas, Texas

Dentist - General Dentistry, Crown and Bridge, Cosmetic Dentistry, Gum Disease, Dentures, Implants, Trauma, Standard of Care, Restorative Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, Diagnosis and Treatment Planning, TMJ

Dr. Brenda Appiah is a licensed general dentist with over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages. She has built a career grounded in integrity, clinical excellence, and compassion—treating every patient with respect and empathy while maintaining the highest standards of care. As a dental expert witness, she offers thorough, objective case reviews and expert opinions for both plaintiff and defense attorneys in matters involving dental malpractice, standard of care, dental injuries, treatment complications. She specializes in clearly communicating complex dental findings in a manner that is accurate, accessible, and persuasive to both legal professionals and juries. Her reports are well-supported, timely, and crafted with meticulous attention to detail, based on current standards of practice, real-world clinical experiences and impartial expert opinions that help attorneys build strong, credible cases.