Dentistry: Endodontics Expert Witnesses: 3

Armond Kotikian, DDS, MD, FACS, is double board certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. In the clinic setting, Dr. Kotikian routinely performs IV sedations for complex cases including impacted wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, bone grafting and tumor excisions. He specializes in:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma
• Infections
• Oral Pathology Resection and Reconstruction
• Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients (surgical and non-surgical)
• Craniofacial Anomalies (orthognathic surgery / corrective jaw surgery)

Litigation Support - A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Kotikian has extensive experience as an expert witness in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dentistry. His Dental law and Dentistry services have been requested all over the country. Dr. Kotikian has been an expert witness on over 125 malpractice cases, given depositions on over 65 cases and testified at court over the past six years. His cases have included a wide variety of issues related to the Oral and Maxillofacial region including

• Oral Pathology
• Nerve Injuries
• TMJ Issues
• Oral Trauma
• Oral and Facial Fractures and Lacerations
• Injuries related to Extraction of Teeth
• Injuries related to Dental Implant \ Surgery
• Orthognathic Surgery Complications
• Head and Neck Infections related to Teeth and Salivary Glands

More information at www.oralsurgeryexpertwitness.com

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Jeff Rabinowitz, DMD, FICOI, is a practicing Dentist and holds a faculty appointment at Touro College of Dental Medicine. He has over 40 years of experience in private practice and teaching and is a seasoned expert witness and consultant.

Having completed residency training, a Fellowship in Surgical and Restorative Implant Dentistry, and advanced training in Implantology, complex restorative / prosthodontic care, periodontics / oral surgery / grafting and having Chaired the New York County Claims Committee, Dr. Rabinowitz employs broad clinical experience and analytical skills to advise in cases that are best pursued or defended actively as well as in cases that are best settled. He is a consistently effective and successful expert witness in deposition, at trial and in preparation of reports that support settlement.

Litigation Support - Dr. Rabinowitz has provided review and analysis on hundreds of dental cases for both defense and plaintiff counsel with an impressive record of successful settlements as well as strong, winning testimony in trial . As a a full scope  dentist and implantologist, he 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. 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.

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As of Dec 2022: Dr. Jay Grossman, Dental Expert Witness, has been deposed over 100 times; reviewed over 975 cases for both defense and plaintiff including peer review, accidents, and malpractice. 52% defense / 48% plaintiff. He has qualified in Superior Court over 70 times and have never been disqualified on the stand or prior to trial. At least 95% of his time is spent in patient care. 

Dr. Grossman can be counted on to be ethical, competent, prepared, and analytical as well as articulate and persuasive at depositions and court appearances. As of Nov 2022, there are over 265 published articles, write ups and lectures in print, radio, and TV. (http://www.expertwitness.dental/)

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Dr. Grossman holds two current professorships: UCLA School of Dentistry (Volunteer) & NYU College of Dentistry. Licensed in 42 states to opine on the standard of care, with specific licenses in California, Nevada, New Mexico and the Northeast as well as a Florida Expert Certification. Graduated NYU 1988; GPR Residency NYU 1989, Lieutenant, United States Navy 1989- 1991; private practice Brentwood, CA since 1991 – serving over 15,000 patients on a fee-for-service basis.

Founder of the non-profit “Homeless Not Toothless” (www.homelessnottoothless.org), which has made it possible for over 113,000 homeless Veterans, women of domestic abuse and foster children to receive over $8 million in pro-bono dental care. 

Memberships:

• American Academy of Cosmetic Orthodontics: 2013-present
• ADA since 1991
• Peer Review Committee ADA 1995-2009
• American Legion
• Medical Disciplinary Committee Delta Dental 2000-present
• Veteran Administration QME examiner 2019-present