A career spanning more than 45 years in dentistry, with specialization in oral and maxillofacial surgery, highlights this expert’s focus on surgical treatment of craniofacial and oral conditions. Their clinical expertise includes dental extractions, impacted third molar removal, implant placement, bone grafting, and the management of benign and malignant jaw pathology. In addition, they have extensive experience addressing infections and traumatic injuries of the head and neck, including fractures and soft tissue damage, along with prior consulting experience that includes depositions and testimony in matters involving surgical care and standards.

A Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, supported by a bachelor’s degree, is complemented by advanced clinical training through a dental internship and a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery, establishing a strong surgical and anesthesia foundation. This expert holds dental licenses in multiple states, including California and New York, as well as a general anesthesia license in California. They are a Life Member of the American Dental Association and a Life Fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, with additional affiliations including the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology.

Throughout their professional tenure, this individual maintained a long-standing private practice in oral and maxillofacial surgery for several decades, while also contributing to dental education through faculty appointments at institutions including USC and UCLA. Their experience includes administering intravenous anesthesia and sedation, performing a wide range of surgical procedures, and providing expert consultation, supporting informed analysis of surgical practices, patient management, and adherence to accepted standards of care in related matters.