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This highly qualified, board certified expert has been practicing oral and maxillofacial surgery for more than 20 years. He earned a DDS from the University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston and an MD from Texas Tech University School of Medicine. This expert belongs to a number of prestigious professional association in the oral surgery field, most notably as a fellow in the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. In addition to receiving several professional honors, he is often asked to lecture on new horizons in his oral surgery space. He previously served as an Associate Clinical Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Texas A & M, and currently serves as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon in private practice.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Private Practice
Doctor of Medicine (MD), Texas Tech University School of Medicine
Texas
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 an Orthodontics Expert Witness Opine On?
Braces Installation
Applying brackets and wires to teeth.
Retainer Fitting
Custom device to maintain teeth position.
Orthodontic Consultations
Assessing dental alignment and treatment options.
Adjustment Appointments
Regular tightening of braces for progress.
Tooth Extraction
Removing teeth to create space for alignment.
Clear Aligners
Using transparent trays for teeth straightening.
FAQs for Orthodontics Expert Witnesses
What is a orthodontics expert witness?
An orthodontics expert witness is a specialized dentist who evaluates teeth and jaw alignment in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, writing reports, testifying in court, and clarifying orthodontic standards.
What types of cases may require the expertise of an orthodontic expert witness?
An orthodontic expert witness handles malpractice, misdiagnosis, treatment planning errors, TMJ issues, orthodontic injury, standard-of-care disputes, and dental negligence cases.
How can an orthodontics expert witness evaluate alleged treatment deviations?
An orthodontics expert witness evaluates alleged treatment deviations by reviewing records, imaging, standards of care, and outcomes to determine if the orthodontic treatment was negligent.
What orthodontics expert witness qualifications are most critical for testimony?
The most critical orthodontics expert witness qualifications are board certification, active clinical practice, specialized orthodontic training, and proven experience giving legal testimony.
How does an orthodontics expert witness analyze long-term occlusal outcomes?
An orthodontics expert witness analyzes long-term occlusal outcomes by reviewing records, models, photos, and bite data to assess stability, function, and alignment over time.
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