Dental Malpractice Expert Witnesses in Utah

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Dental malpractice expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including clinical dentistry, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, and prosthodontics. Some of the most common specialties include dental standard of care, informed consent, treatment planning, implant failures, and nerve injury claims. They can opine on the effects of negligent dental treatment, misdiagnosis, delayed care, improper extractions, and resulting pain, infection, or long term disability.

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Average Dental Malpractice Expert Witnesses Court Fees

$450/hr

Review Fee

$550/hr

Deposition Fee

$725/hr

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  • Review Fee $500/hr
    Deposition Fee $500/hr
    Court Fee $500/hr

    This expert has 26+ years of experience in the dental supply industry. He began his career as a Purchaser for SmartHealth and held this role from 1991 until 1998. After three years as a Territory Manager for Dentsply, the expert joined Patternson Dental as an Equipment Specialist & Office Designer. In this position, he was responsible for assisting practice owners in finding the proper equipment and technology for their practice. He also provided 3-D renderings of potential office plans and acted as a liaison between the practice owner and contractors, architects, and interior designers. He was with Patterson from 2003 until mid-2016, when his position was eliminated as part of a massive restructuring. He now works at another dental equipment supply company.

    Equipment Specialist & Office Designer, A Top 5 Dental Supply Company

    Bachelor of Science (BS), Grand Canyon University

    Phoenix,

    Arizona

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What Can a Dental Malpractice Expert Witness Opine On?

Root Canal Treatment

Removal of infected dental pulp.

Dental Crown Placement

Covering a damaged tooth for protection.

Tooth Extraction

Removal of a problematic tooth.

Dental Implant Surgery

Surgical placement of artificial tooth roots.

Periodontal Surgery

Treatment of gum disease through surgery.

Orthodontic Treatment

Alignment of teeth using braces or aligners.

FAQs for Dental Malpractice Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a dental malpractice expert witness?

A dental malpractice expert witness is a qualified dentist who explains whether care met professional standards. They assist by reviewing records, writing reports, and testifying to clarify negligence.

What types of cases can a dental malpractice expert witness opine on?

A dental malpractice expert witness opines on misdiagnosis, surgical errors, nerve injury, anesthesia complications, implant failures, infection, and standard-of-care breaches.

How should counsel evaluate a dental malpractice expert witness’s credentials?

Counsel should evaluate a dental malpractice expert witness’s credentials by reviewing licensure, specialty training, clinical experience, board certification, publications, and prior testimony.

How can a dental malpractice expert witness strengthen causation arguments?

A dental malpractice expert witness strengthens causation arguments by linking the dentist’s specific breaches of standard care directly to the patient’s injuries with clear, evidence‑based analysis.

What materials does a dental malpractice expert witness typically require for review?

A dental malpractice expert witness typically reviews dental records, treatment notes, X‑rays, consent forms, billing records, and related correspondence or reports.

What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting dental malpractice expert witnesses?

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