Orthodontics Expert Witnesses in California

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Orthodontic expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including dental surgery, oral health, pediatric dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and dental implants. Some of the most common orthodontic expert witness specialties also include malocclusion treatment, braces installation and management, Invisalign technology, temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ), and cleft palate correction. They can opine on the effects of improper orthodontic treatment, dental malpractice, oral injury due to negligence, standards of care in orthodontics, and the impact of orthodontic issues on overall health.

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Review Fee $600/hr
Deposition Fee $600/hr
Court Fee $600/hr

This highly qualified expert completed her BS from Syracuse University and earned her DMD from Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dentistry. She completed a Residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Mt Sinai Medical Center. This expert is a Fellow of the American College of Dentists and a member of prestigious associations such as the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, the American Dental Education Association and the American Dental Association, She received the Hands to Heart Award from the Department of Veteran Affairs. This expert has published 11 peer-reviewed journal articles, 15 abstract posters and has contributed in 1 book chapter. She is the co-editor for a new textbook on temporomandibular joint disorders, with anticipated date of completion of Winter 2017. She is the former Section Chief of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center and she is the current Dental Service Chief at a major medical center. She also serves as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at a private surgical practice. Her major areas of clinical and research expertise are temporomandibular joint disorders and mandibular reconstruction.

Chief, A VA Health Care System in CA

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dentistry

El Cerrito,

California

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $550/hr

This highly qualified expert is a California Board Certified Dentist with over thirty years of Post-Doctoral Teaching and Private Clinical Practice experience. Clinically, he primarily focuses on general dentistry, restorative dentistry and prosthetic dentistry. He is a graduate of McGill University School of Dentistry and also holds a Post-Doctoral, Advanced Master’s Degree in Professional Education [A.M.Ed.] from the University of Southern California. He served has the president of the Southern California Academy of General Dentistry and is a member of numerous dental associations including the The American Academy of Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics, American Dental Association and the Federation of Prosthodontic Organizations. He has served as a consultant to dental manufactures in regards to design and use of dental artifacts for companies in USA, Canada, Germany and Japan. Currently he practices dentistry at a private practice in California while also teaching at two California dental colleges.

Assistant Professor of Restorative Dental Sciences, CA dentistry school

Advanced Master of Education (AMEd), University of Southern California

Crescent City,

California

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $450/hr
Court Fee $525/hr

This highly-qualified dentist has 25 years of clinical experience in his field. He earned his BS from the University of California Berkeley before earning his MBA from the University of Phoenix and his DDS from the University of the Pacific. He is active in his field as a member of the American Dental Association and Sacramento District Dental Society. Formerly, he served as a US Army brigade dental surgeon, the managing dentist of Gentle Dental Inc., and a dental hygiene clinical floor instructor at Carrington College. He is currently the owner of a dental private practice in northern California as well as a subject matter expert for a dental board and a dental advisor for a public health department in northern California.

Advisor, A public health department in northern CA

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of the Pacific

Carmichael,

California

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Review Fee $850/hr
Deposition Fee $850/hr

This highly qualified dental expert earned his DDS and completed residency training in advanced dentistry at New York University College of Dentistry. He has won numerous awards throughout his career and sits on a number of dental committees including the Medical Disciplinary Committee of Delta Dental. He is currently a privately practicing dentist specializing in general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and laser/implant dentistry. Additionally, he serves as a clinical professor and attending dentist at a top university dental school.

Clinical Professor, A top tier dental school in CA

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), New York University College Of Dentistry

Los Angeles,

California

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Review Fee $500/hr
Deposition Fee $750/hr

This board-certified expert earned his BS in Biology from the University of California, Los Angeles, his MS in Oral Biology from the Ohio State University, and his DDS from the University of Southern California Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. He went on to complete his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. He remains active in his field as a member of numerous associations including the American Association of Dental Research and the American Dental Education Association Additionally, he has published over 79 peer-reviewed articles and 3 book chapters. Currently, he is an Associate Professor of Clinical Dentistry at a prominent university in California.

Associate Professor of Clinical Dentistry, A Prominent University in California

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Southern California

California

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Review Fee $600/hr

This highly qualified expert has over 40 years of dental experience. He earned his BS in biology from Washington University and his DMD from Washington University School of Dental Medicine. He is certified in prosthodontics and is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Dental Association. Formerly, this expert served as a clinical assistant professor of removable prosthodontics at University of Southern California School of Dentistry and as a qualified medical evaluator for the state of California. He currently works as a consulting dentist and prosthodontist and as the sole practitioner of a CA private practice.

Owner and Prosthodontist, A private practice in CA

Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Washington University

Encino,

California

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

This expert has extensive experience in dentistry and orthodontics. He earned his BS from Syracuse University, his DDS from New York University, and his MScD in pedodontics from Boston University. He is a member of numerous organizations including the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the International Association for Orthodontics. Afterwards, he started a private dentistry and orthodontics practice in California and has served as the primary physician for the past 45 years.

Owner, Dentist, and Orthodontist, A private practice in CA

Master of Science in Dental Science (MScD), Boston University

Reseda,

California

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FAQs for Orthodontics Expert Witnesses

What is the role of an orthodontic expert witness in a legal case?

An orthodontic expert witness provides specialized knowledge in orthodontics, including braces, Invisalign, and other treatments. They can testify on standard care practices, treatment outcomes, and more.

What types of cases might require an orthodontic expert witness?

Cases involving dental malpractice, personal injury (like accidents causing dental damage), insurance claims disputes, or any case where orthodontic treatment is a factor may require such an expert.

Can an orthodontic expert witness provide insight into specific subspecialties?

Yes, they can offer insights into subspecialties like pediatric orthodontics, adult orthodontics, surgical orthodontics, and dentofacial orthopedics depending on their experience and training.

How can an orthodontic expert witness help in a malpractice lawsuit?

They can review patient records, identify if there was a deviation from standard care, assess harm caused to the patient, and provide testimony explaining complex orthodontic procedures.

Why is it important to have an orthodontic expert witness who is still actively practicing?

An active practitioner stays updated with the latest techniques and standards in the field. Their current knowledge can be crucial for understanding contemporary practices and technologies.

How does Expert Institute select its Orthodontics expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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