Dentist Expert Witnesses in California
The SEAK Expert Witness Directory contains a comprehensive list of dentist expert witnesses who testify, consult and provide litigation support on dentist and related issues. Dentist expert witnesses and consultants on this page may form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, and provide expert witness testimony at deposition and trial. The issues and subjects these dentist expert witnesses testify regarding may include: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Dental Malpractice, Crowns, Dentures, Oral Surgery, Tmj, Bridges, Informed Consent, Standard Of Care, Veneers, Bone Grafting, Braces, Cosmetics, and Dental Reconstruction.
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Michael R Pollowitz, DDS
Washington Center For Cosmetic Dentistry
Dentist
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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 ...
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Jeff Rabinowitz, DMD, FICOI
Consults Nationally, New York/Northeast Based.
Dentist, Oral Surgery
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Dentistry, Dental Malpractice, Dental Implants, Implantology, Crowns, Bridges, Esthetics, Informed Consent, Extractions, Wisdom Teeth, Nerve Injury-Nerve Damage, Paresthesia, Periodontics, Endodontics, Root Canal, TMJ, Infection, Trauma, Misdiagnosis, Standard of Care
Comprehensive Expertise in Dental Malpractice Litigation
Dr. Jeff Rabinowitz is a restorative, general, implant and oral surgical dental practitioner and dental school professor with forty years of clinical and academic experience. He is National Dental Board credentialed and licensed, residency-trained in all disciplines of general dentistry and fellowship-trained and board-certified in surgical and prosthetic dental implantology. He is also New York State licensed in intravenous and enteral sedation.
Dr. Rabinowitz has over twenty-five years of experience as a dental expert witness and consultant for both defense and plaintiff counsel. He specializes in restorative, crown and bridge, oral surgical, periodontic, endodontic/root canal and dental implant cases of all complexities. He evaluates standard of care issues and claims of treatment failure, complications, and misdiagnosis in all phases of implant, prosthodontic, general, and surgical dentistry. Dr. Rabinowitz delivers clea...
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Chanelle Small, DDS
Dentist, Endodontics
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Dentistry, Endodontics, Root canal treatment, Dental pain, Chronic infection, Acute infection, Misdiagnosis, Standard of care, Dental trauma, Apical surgery, Radiography, Fractured teeth, Restorative dentistry, Xrays, Endodontist
Dr. Chanelle Small is an endodontist based in New York City. As an expert witness Dr. Small will be confident, responsive, and collaborative. She is well-versed in standards of care and able to effectively evaluate cases for merit, provide second opinions, and review dental malpractice cases for either the plaintiff or defense attorneys.
With over 15 years of experience in dentistry and treating patients, Dr. Small is in full time private practice where she lends her professional talents to saving teeth and successfully treating both acute and chronic infections.
After completing her undergraduate studies and doctorate at Howard University in Washington, DC, Dr. Small went on to study at Tufts University in Boston, MA where she specialized in Endodontics. In addition to private practice Dr. Small has been on faculty at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY and Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in New York City. She is also a wife, mother, and marathon finisher!
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Jay Grossman, DDS
DentalExpert: 1100+cases, Prof, Clinician, Neutral
The Dental Expert
Brentwood, California
Dentist
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Standard of Care, General Dentistry, Dental implants, Dental malpractice, Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, TMJ
Dr. Jay Grossman has been passionate about dentistry since the age of 10. His excellence in undergraduate school and his enthusiasm for dentistry led to his acceptance at the age of 19 to New York University College of Dentistry without an undergraduate degree.
At 24, Dr. Grossman moved to Santa Monica, CA, with his wife and first baby. The Navy seemed like a dynamic venue that would afford him a plethora of experiences, so he enlisted. After completing a tour of duty as a Lieutenant in the Dental Corps and receiving the National Defense Service Medal, he was written up in major magazines as the poster boy for recruitment due to his non-profit Homeless Not Toothless. He has received letters of commendation from President Obama, the Secretary of the Navy, and numerous members of Congress for his non-profit. Since 1991, he started his practice in Brentwood, California, and has been practicing there ever since, with over 15,000 patients in his practice, known to his loyal patients ...
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Hamlet Garabedian, DMD, MD, FACS
Pacific Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Implant Center
Glendale, California
Oral Surgery, Dentist
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Oral Surgery, complicated tooth extraction, implant surgery, bone grafting, Facial trauma, mandible fracture, TMJ, TMD, IV general anesthesia), oral tumors, head & neck infection, facial injury & trauma, orthognathic surgery, corrective/orthognathic jaw surgery, dentistry, maxillofacial, wisdom
Dr. Hamlet Garabedian is a Harvard educated board certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and a Fellow of American College of Surgeons. He attended dental school at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts from where he graduated with the highest academic honors in 1999. He then went on to attend medical school at UCLA School of Medicine in Los Angeles, California. He completed his internship in general surgery and his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at what is now the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center where he also served as chief resident.
After completing his training, Dr. Garabedian moved to New Jersey where he practiced the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for seven years with an emphasis on complex implant reconstructive surgery, bone grafting, facial trauma, wisdom teeth extraction and office anesthesia. Dr. Garabedian and his family then moved back to Southern California where he currently practices all aspects of the oral and ...
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Stephen M. Lojeski, DDS, QME, D-ABFO
Upland, California
Dentist
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Odontology, Forensic Dentistry, dental examination, dental treatments and injuries, Dental Standard of Care
Board Certified American Board of Forensic Odontology. Peer Review and Workers' Compensation Specialist.
Expert Witness for many years for both plaintiff and defense cases.
Licensed Qualified Medical Evaluator.
Proficient with Dental Standard of Care Issues.
Licensed in both California & Arizona.
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Sharareh Tajbakhsh, DDS, MSD, FACP
San Jose, California
Dentist
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Prosthesis, Denture, Dental Implants, Implant Overdenture, Dental Bridges, TMJ/TMD, Dental Malpractice, Oral Surgery/Extractions, Gum Disease/Periodontics, Crown problems, Dental Veneers, Poor Dental Esthetics, Fillings, Jaw Fractures, Infections & Abscess, Misalignment, Dental Professor, Research
Dr. Tajbakhsh is a board certified prosthodontist. She contributes to her field by assisting as an expert witness for the California Dental Board, teaching at the dental school, volunteering at a non profit organization providing free dental care to undeserved population and practicing in her office.
Dr. Tajbakhsh is capable of providing unbiased opinion as it relates to the dental standard of care by evaluating meticulously dental treatments provided.
Prosthodontics is a dental specialty recognized by the American Dental Association. It pertains to the diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation, and maintenance of the oral function, comfort, appearance, and health of patients with clinical conditions associated with missing or deficient teeth and/or oral and maxillofacial tissues.
Dr. Tajbakhsh has completed dental school plus three additional years of advanced training and education in an ADA-accredited prosthodontic graduate program. She is specialized in treating and handl...
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Meir Keller, DDS MS
Orofacial Pain and TMJ Disorders, Dental/Surgery
www.expertwitnessdds.com
Simi Valley, California
Dentist, Pain Management - Medicine
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Orofacial Pain Management, TMJ Disorders, Dental Sleep Medicine, Implant Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Jaw Pain, Jaw Injury, Nerve Injury, Crown/Veneer, Root Canal Treatment, Jaw Movement Limitations, Dental Extraction, Sleep Apnea
I am a Doctor of Dental Surgery with advanced academic training and specialization in orofacial pain management, holding a Master of Science in this field. My clinical expertise includes the diagnosis and treatment of complex facial pain, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, and facial nerve injuries.
I am board-certified in dental sleep medicine, with a focus on managing sleep-related breathing disorders through oral appliance therapy.
As a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, I bring advanced proficiency in implant dentistry and dental surgery.
In addition to my clinical practice, I have extensive experience serving as an expert witness, including medical record review, report writing, and providing deposition
testimony.
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Stephen J Howard, DDS, MScD, FASDC, FIAO
Thedentistexperts.com
Reseda, California
Dentist, Orthodontist
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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...
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Richard Allen Nathan, DMD,MS
UCSF Dental School
San Francisco, California
Dentist, Periodontics
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periodontics, implant failure, peri-implantology, oral surgery, nerve injury, peri-implantitis, periodontitis
I have been practicing the specialty of periodontics for the past 47 years.I have had a private surgical periodontal practice for 36 years and have been on faculty as a clinical periodontist at UCSF Dental School since 1978. I am currently a full professor at UCSF Dental School and have been teaching exclusively dental students as well continuing education for dentists and hygienists. I have lectured extensively nationally and internationally on the topic of periodontitis/ peri-implantitis for the past 38 years ( see attached CV). Also for the past 30 years I have been retained as a periodontal expert at least 100 times ( approx. 30% plaintiff and 70% defense.
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Alexander H. Malick, DMD, FAGD
Solo Private Practice
Sacramento, California
Dentist
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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.
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Ian Aires, DDS
All on 4 implants, Implants,Dental Reconstruction
Del Mar, California
Dentist, Oral Surgery
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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...
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Viet Nghiem, DDS
Orofacial Pain & Sleep Specialist – 30+ Years Exp
Expedient Medicolegal Services
Santa Ana, California
Dentist, Sleep Medicine
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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...
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Lee J Harris, DDS
Experienced Dental Practice Management Consultant
Harris Dental Solutions
Los Angeles, California
Dentist, Business Operations
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Dental Consulting, Due Diligence, Dental Practice Marketing, Dental Malpractice, Human Resources Management, Dental Practice Software, Dental Practice Management, Policies and Procedures, Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry, Dental Insurance, Key Performance Indicators, Dental Coach and Mentor
See Attached CV
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Harry I. Aronowitz, DMD
West Hollywood, California
Dentist, Orthodontist
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Orthodontics, Braces, Invisalign, Root Resorption, Cleft Palate, Adult Orthodontics, Orthognathic Surgery
Clinical Professor of orthodontics at USC Dental School.
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Kevin J. Cebula, DDS
Expedient Medicolegal Services
Pasadena, California
Dentist, Oral Surgery
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IME, Chronic Pain, Dry Mouth, Traumatic Injury, Cosmetic Dentistry, Standard of Care, Malpractice, Crowns, Dental Implant, Prosthetics, Joint Pain, Orthotics
Dr. Kevin Cebula graduated from the West Virginia School of Dentistry in 2000. After completing a one-year residency at the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia, he spent 10 years in Lake Havasu City, Arizona practicing general dentistry. He then completed a two-year postdoctoral program in Orofacial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine at UCLA in order to pursue his interests in TMJ and sleep apnea management. Dr. Cebula specializes in non-surgical TMJ therapy, oral sleep appliances, treatment for headache, neck pain, and chronic dental pain. His dental practice is limited to orofacial pain management and dental sleep medicine.
Dr. Cebula has been awarded Fellowship in the American Academy of Orofacial Pain and received board certification from the American Board of Orofacial Pain.
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Alan R. Stein, DDS
Alan Stein, DDS
Northridge, California
Dentist
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Dental implants, general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, crowns, bridges, full dentures, partial dentures, fillings, treatment planning, all on 4, implant reconstruction, implant prosthesis, teeth, broken teeth, mouth pain, failed dental implants, failed dental treatment, dental restorations
A graduate of the University of Southern California Ostrow School of Dentistry, Dr. Stein has maintained a private practice in General Dentistry with an emphasis on adult restorative dentistry and dental implant prosthetics since 1975. For over ten years he has served the legal profession as a dental expert and expert witness with experience testifying at deposition and trial. He is currently a Commissioner on the American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation. Past service to the dental profession includes Part-time Clinical Professor in the division of diagnostic sciences at the USC Ostrow School of Dentistry, peer review examiner for the San Fernando Valley Dental Society, chair of the Judicial Council of the California Dental Association, and a member of the Council on Ethics, By-laws and Judicial Affairs of the American Dental Association. Dr. Stein has an Active medical staff appointment at Northridge Hospital Medical Center for over 40 years having served in...
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Jeffrey T. Miller, DDS
Los Angeles, California
Dentist, Periodontics
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Dental Implants, Oral Surgery, TMJ, Periodontics, crowns, Trauma, root canal, extractions, informed consent, malpractice, standard of care, nerve damage, cosmetics, veneers, gums, surgery and grafting, periodontal surgery, bone grafting, sinus surgery, lasers
Dr. Miller is a Board Certified Specialist: Periodontics & Dental Implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, which outranks most other dentists. (Few dentists are board certified specialists).
Dr. Miller has over 15 years of experience in Forensic Dentistry. He has completed over 300 record reviews, over 30 depositions, and has trial experience. He represents 55% defense and 45% plaintiff. 30% of his clinical practice is medical-legal and 70% is treatment.
Dr. Miller is available to travel.
Dr. Miller is a straight shooter and understands the merits of your case. He knows how to present peer-reviewed scientific literature to support his opinions.
Dr. Miller specialized in Periodontics and Dental Implants at Loma Linda University. He is a Qualified Medical Evaluator in the State of California since 2006. He completed a Hospital Residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in 2005. He graduated USC School of Dentistry in 2004 with a D.D.S. and was on the De...
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