Dental Malpractice Expert Witnesses
Dental malpractice expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on dental malpractice. The dental malpractice expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Dentist, Forensic Medicine, Insurance, Oral Surgery, Orthodontist, Pain Management - Medicine, and Periodontics.
Jeff Rabinowitz, DMD, FICOI New York/Northeast Based, Consults Nationally.
Alabama
Dentist, Oral Surgery
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New York & Nationwide - Dentistry, Dental Malpractice, Implants, Implantology, Crowns, Bridges, Esthetics, Oral Surgery, Extractions, Wisdom Teeth, Nerve Injury-Nerve Damage, Paresthesia, Periodontics, Endodontics-Root Canal, TMJ, Infection, Trauma, Misdiagnosis, Standard of Care, Informed Consent.
Dr. Rabinowitz has over 25 years of experience as an expert witness and consultant with an emphasis on dental implant cases of all complexities and, as well, on restorative, crown and bridge, oral surgical, periodontal and endodontic cases.
Dr. Rabinowitz evaluates claims of treatment failure, complications and misdiagnosis in all phases of implant, prosthodontic/restorative/crown and bridge and surgical dentistry. Dr. Rabinowitz will identify and analyze the issues of the most routine and the most complex cases in dentistry, clearly presenting his findings, recommendations and strategies to you. Conferences and/or reports are focused on strengthening your position in settlement or in court.
He presents a clear analysis of issues for both defense and plaintiff counsel, including strengths and weaknesses in pursuing legal action, case defensibility and indications and strategies for case settlement. As an implantologist and as a surgical and restorative dentist, his areas of exper...
Dr. Rick Borquez, DDS Westlake TMJ & Sleep
Westlake Village, California
Dentist
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TMJ, TMD, TMJ Injuries, Trigeminal Nerve Injuries, Dental Nerve Injuries, Dental Injuries, Dental Injuries & MVA, Dental Extraction Injuries, Dental Implant Injuries, Dental Malpractice, Dental Trauma, Dentist/Dentistry
Board certified: American Board of Orofacial Pain (10 years)
Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain (10 years)
Clinical Professor, USC Orofacial Pain & Sleep Clinic (12 years)
Orofacial Pain Specialist (New Specialty)
Jay Grossman, DDS
Brentwood, California
Dentist
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Over 850 cases reviewed 52% plaintiff / 48% defense, Dental Malpractice, Implants, Crowns, Root Canal, Veneers, Periodontics, standard of care, cosmetics, lasers, extractions, nerve damage, valuation, informed consent, antibiotic coverage, TMJ, orthodontics including Invisalign, treatment planning
Dr. Jay S. Grossman was accepted to NYU College of Dentistry at the age of 19. After completing a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry, also at NYU, he joined the Navy and completed a tour of duty as a Lieutenant in the Dental Corp where he received the National defense service medal, was written up by the military 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. Since 1991 he started his own practice in Brentwood, California, and has been practicing there ever since, with over 13,000 patients in his practice. As a dental expert, he has been involved in over 700 dental malpractice, peer review and injury cases, deposed over 100 times, appeared in Superior Court over 50 times and never been disqualified. He is averaging 52% for the plaintiff and 48% for the defense and spends at least 95% of his ti...
Stephen J Howard, DDS, MScD, FASDC, FIAO Thedentistexperts.com
Tarzana, 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
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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
40 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.
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...
Jay M Marks, DMD, FAGD Jay M. Marks, DMD, LLC
Danbury, Connecticut
Dentist
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Defense & Plaintiff,
Dental Malpractice,
Failure to Diagnose,
Dental Implants,
Dental/ Oral surgery/ Extractions,
Root Canal,
Gum Disease/ Periodontics,
Crown problems,
Infection of the mouth,
Loss of Teeth,
Poor Dental Esthetics,
Bone Loss,
Decay,
Loose Teeth,
Scuba Diving
Fellowship Academy of General Dentistry; American Dental Association; Clinical Research Associates Evaluator
Dr. Marks graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, NJ, Magna Cum Laude, with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He was a member of the Phi Zeta Kappa and Phi Omega Epsilon Honor Societies, & the Beta Beta Beta Biological Honor Society.
Dr. Marks received his DMD Dental degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dental Medicine.
Dr Marks has held a number of teaching positions at FDU School of Dental Medicine; Univ. of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine; Clinical Supervisor of Dental Hygiene Clinic, Williamsport Area Community College; Instructor at Rochelle Dental Laboratories in NYC, and Yonkers, NY.; Instructor of Dental Technology, & organizer of Dental Assisting Program at the United States Public Health Service Hospital, Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Marks received the Award of Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD).
Michael R Pollowitz, DDS Washington Center For Cosmetic Dentistry
Washington, District Of Columbia
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 ...
John O Winter, DDS High Volume Dental Consulting, Inc.
Sarasota, Florida
Dentist, Insurance
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FL, NY & Nationwide,Insurance defense,Dental Malpractice injury expert,Crown/Caps/Bridge,Nerve Numbness,Root Canals/Endodontics,Oral Surgery/Extractions, Periodontics/Gum,Broken Instrument/Foreign Body,Failure Diagnose,Infection, Board Claims,Consent, Restaurant trip fall auto hotel defense claims
Dr. John O. Winter, DDS Dental Malpractice Expert Witness, Injury and Claims Consultant represents defense attorneys and insurance companies on a broad range of dental injury and dental malpractice claims. Dental injury defense representation is provided for the automobile, restaurant, hotel, hospitality and construction industry.
Dr. Winter employs skillful and aggressive methods to defend against dental negligence allegations and claims. His clients can look to this professional in order to minimize insurance payouts for allegations of dental injuries due to dental malpractice, trip, slip and fall, auto accidents, restaurant customers and construction claims.
Having extensive experience with over 400 completed assignments involving $10 million dollars in claims Dr. Winter has a reputation for efficient and reliable communication with his nationwide clients. Prompt and courteous service is provided to both new and existing clients.
Litigation Support - Dr. Winter provides...
Ian Shuman, DDS
Pasadena, Maryland
Dentist
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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
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.
RICHARD S HAROLD, DMD, BS (Pharmacy), JD TUFTS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE
HULL, Massachusetts
Dentist, Pain Management - Medicine
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Pharmacology, Dental Risk Management, Opioid, Prescription Writing, Dental Regulations, Record Keeping, Dental Malpractice, Dental Standards of Care, Oral Surgery, Expert Dental Witness
Dr. Harold is known as one of the best qualified dental experts in the United States with an impressive interdisciplinary background with earned degrees in Dentistry, Pharmacy and Law. While reviewing dental treatment records in professional liability cases, Dr. Harold brings his diverse experience in clinical dental medicine, dental therapeutics, treatment planning, dental standards of care, physiology, pathology and pharmacology and regulatory compliance. In addition to his many years as a clinical practicing dentist, Dr. Harold also served as a Full Professor at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, one of our nations most prestigious dental institutions, as well as consultant to the American Dental Association Council on Dental Practice.
After review of documents and treatment records Dr. Harold will promptly provide you with his opinion as to the existence or not of deviations from standard of care guidelines and whether a causal link exists between the patient’s injur...
Raymond K. Martin, DDS Raymond K Martin, DDS, MAGD
Boston, Massachusetts
Dentist, Oral Surgery
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General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Dental Implants, Implantology, Oral Surgery, Bone grafting, CAD/CAM dentistry, Digital Dentistry, CEREC, Dental Crowns, Dental Bridges, Dental Veneers, Dental Prosthetics, All on Four, Dental Risk Management, Dental Malpractice, Ethics in Dentistry
I have enjoyed the art and science of dentistry for 39 years. During that time I have been devoted to improving my craft by attaining Fellowship and Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry. Additionally, I have completed a surgical mini-residency in Implantology at Boston University Goldman School of Dentistry as well as the AAID Maxi-course in Implantology.
I have lectured nationally and internationally on Risk Management in Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, CAD/CAM Dentistry, Dental Implantology and Ethics in Dentistry.
I am currently Chief Dental Officer at Otis Air National Guard Base on Cape Cod and have been deployed for the Air Force as Officer in Charge of Task Forces during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jay Grossman, DDS
Nevada
Dentist
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Over 850 cases reviewed 52% plaintiff / 48% defense, Dental Malpractice, Implants, Crowns, Root Canal, Veneers, Periodontics, standard of care, cosmetics, lasers, extractions, nerve damage, valuation, informed consent, antibiotic coverage, TMJ, orthodontics including Invisalign, treatment planning
Dr. Jay S. Grossman was accepted to NYU College of Dentistry at the age of 19. After completing a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry, also at NYU, he joined the Navy and completed a tour of duty as a Lieutenant in the Dental Corp where he received the National defense service medal, was written up by the military 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. Since 1991 he started his own practice in Brentwood, California, and has been practicing there ever since, with over 13,000 patients in his practice. As a dental expert, he has been involved in over 700 dental malpractice, peer review and injury cases, deposed over 100 times, appeared in Superior Court over 50 times and never been disqualified. He is averaging 52% for the plaintiff and 48% for the defense and spends at least 95% of his ti...
Phyllis Ho, DDS, D-ABFO
New York, New York
Dentist, Forensic Medicine
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Dental Malpractice, Standards of Care, Elder abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, Bite Mark Analysis, Age Assessment or Age Estimation, Dental Identification, Forensic Dentistry, Elder abuse, Intimate Partner Violence, Independent Dental Examinations
Dr. Ho received an A.B. from Cornell University in 1983 and her Doctor of Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD) in 1988. She achieved a certificate from the Advanced Education Program in General Dentistry from NYUCD and completed an externship at the Prince Philip Dental Hospital in Hong Kong, both in 1989.
As a forensic specialist, she works as a consultant for the Suffolk County Office of the Medical Examiner and has been a responder to 9/11 and Hurricanes Katrina and Maria as a member of DMORT.
She has been an active reviewing member of the National Dental Image Repository/CJIS-LEO under the aegis of the FBI since its inception. She has taught at NYUCD, at Stonybrook University College of Dental Medicine and at John Jay College of Criminal Justice as a guest lecturer. She has presented domestically and internationally on Forensic Odontology and has written on Human Abuse and dental morphometrics. She is a member of the Organization of Scientifi...
Sam R. Morhaim, DDS, FICOI,PC Great Neck Dental Associates
Oyster Bay, New York
Dentist, Periodontics
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Dentistry, oral medicine, implants, periodontics, endodontics, dental malpractice, dental implants, bisphosphanates, dental nerve injuries, oral cancer, soft tissue grafts, bone grafts, sinus lifts, jaw fractures,extractions, LANAP, osseous surgery, dental infections, lasers, dental lasers, LAPIP
Dr. Sam Morhaim is a senior partner in a multi-specialty group practice. His primary areas of expertise are Periodontics and Dental Implants. He has nearly 30 years experience in private practice and has been involved in expert dental legal matters for over 25 years. He has been requested as a consultant by the same attorneys and insurance companies multiple times because of his honesty,integrity, professionalism, and experience when reviewing cases, performing independent dental examinations, writing reports, and appearing in depositions and trial.
Honors:
Diplomate, International Congress Of Oral Implantologists
Diplomate, American Dental Implant Association
Former Clinical Director Of Periodontology And Oral Implantology, Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Former Board Member, Stony Brook School Of Dental Medicine Alumni Association
Two-time Long Island Newsday Professional Award Winner
America's Top Dentists-Consumers research Council Of America
Jeff Rabinowitz, DMD, FICOI New York/Northeast Based, Consults Nationally.
New York, New York
Dentist, Oral Surgery
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New York & Nationwide - Dentistry, Dental Malpractice, Implants, Implantology, Crowns, Bridges, Esthetics, Oral Surgery, Extractions, Wisdom Teeth, Nerve Injury-Nerve Damage, Paresthesia, Periodontics, Endodontics-Root Canal, TMJ, Infection, Trauma, Misdiagnosis, Standard of Care, Informed Consent.
Dr. Rabinowitz has over 25 years of experience as an expert witness and consultant with an emphasis on dental implant cases of all complexities and, as well, on restorative, crown and bridge, oral surgical, periodontal and endodontic cases.
Dr. Rabinowitz evaluates claims of treatment failure, complications and misdiagnosis in all phases of implant, prosthodontic/restorative/crown and bridge and surgical dentistry. Dr. Rabinowitz will identify and analyze the issues of the most routine and the most complex cases in dentistry, clearly presenting his findings, recommendations and strategies to you. Conferences and/or reports are focused on strengthening your position in settlement or in court.
He presents a clear analysis of issues for both defense and plaintiff counsel, including strengths and weaknesses in pursuing legal action, case defensibility and indications and strategies for case settlement. As an implantologist and as a surgical and restorative dentist, his areas of exper...
Dean M Deluke, DDS, MBA
Richmond, Virginia
Oral Surgery, Dentist
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Dental Malpractice, Failure to Diagnose, Nerve Injuries and Paresthesia, Impacted Teeth, Oral Pathology, Infection, Anesthesia and Sedation, Trauma, Dental Implants, Orthognathic Surgery, TMJ Disorders, Osteonecrosis, Patents, Plaintiff and Defense
Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.
Dr. Dean M DeLuke is a graduate of St Michael’s College (B.A.), Columbia University (D.D.S.), and Clarkson University (M.B.A.). He completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery training at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, and a fellowship at East Grinstead Hospital in Sussex, England. Dr. DeLuke is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a Fellow of the American and the International College of Dentists.
He is currently Professor Emeritus, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at VCU School of Dentistry, where he has been the recipient of multiple teaching awards. He is also the recipient of the Daniel M. Laskin Award for Excellence in Predoctoral Education, a national award conferred by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS).
Prior to coming to Virginia Commonwealth University, he was a partner in a multispecialty group in upstate New York, and he was also Chief of Dentistry an...
Neil Gupta, DDS
SEATTLE, Washington
Dentist
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prosthodontics,oral surgery,general dentisty ,sedation,dental implants,cosmetic dentistry,dental malpractice,board review claims,plantiff,defendent,case review,bisphosphonate,jaw necrosis,endodontics,local anesthesia,over treatment ,records review,billing review,negligence,trauma
SLCC dental hygiene program, supervising dentist, adjunct professor and committee member 2008
VA Puget Sound/SLC GPR residency clinician and attending 2006-current
ADA/CODA residency program site visitor 2022-current
Florida Dental Expert Witness Certificate
Previous experience with case review and deposition
Available nationally anytime for all case types large or small