Dr. Richard A.
Williamson
Prosthodontist
Dr. Richard A. Williamson is an accomplished dental expert witness and Board-Certified Prosthodontist with over 40 years of experience in dental and prosthodontic care. His expertise in advanced restorative dentistry, dental implants, and complex oral rehabilitation makes him a trusted professional for legal cases involving dental disputes, medical malpractice, and injury claims. Dr. Williamson combines academic rigor, clinical expertise, and a methodical approach to providing thorough, unbiased expert witness testimony.

International College of Dentists: The Timelessness of Volunteering
A live presentation given by ICD Fellow, Dr. Richard Williamson during the 2019 Canadian Dental Association Convention in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, as a joint effort between ICD and the Academy of Dentistry International, funded by ICD Section I USA and ICD Section II Canada.
The presentation focuses on volunteering and providing humanitarianism service internationally and is intended to be a useful guide for all dentists, dental staff and ICD Fellows who are interested in oral health care volunteerism worldwide.
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Expert Witness Services
Expert assessment of claims related to dental negligence, misdiagnosis, improper treatment, and other complications related to dental procedures
Expert testimony in cases involving: dental implant cases, crown and bridgework, dentures, and other restorative treatments.
Assessments regarding traumatic dental injury resulting from accidents or personal injury, including motor vehicle and workplace injuries.
A detailed assessment of whether dentists met the standard of care during a course of treatment.
Clear, concise, fact-based testimony before court cases, depositions, and arbitrations.
Publications & Presentations
Dr. Williamson is a published author and speaker who contributes to the advancement of prosthodontics through research and education. His work reflects a commitment to improving patient outcomes by integrating conventional and digital technologies in dental practices.
Hyunok C. Jo, MS, DMD, MS, Richard A. Williamson, DDS, MS, FACP, FICD: Integration of conventional and digital surgical guide fabrication techniques for the partially edentulous patient: Reducing the number of surgical procedures for a complete arch implant-supported prosthesis. J Prosthodontics August 2024;32(7): 653-658. https://doi.org/10.1111/jopr.13671
The Timelessness of Volunteerism, a Video from a lecture presented at the Canadian Dental Assoc Convention, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Sept.14, 2019, and posted on the International College of Dentists Website. International College of Dentists: The Timelessness of Volunteering
Healing Environment: design guidelines; US Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Office of Construction and Facilities Management, Sept. 2016, Subject Matter Expert.
Williamson, R.A. Feb 2011. What the PDI Can Do for Oral Health {Vol 20 (2) pp 81-82} Journal of Prosthodontics. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21323759/
Williamson R.A. (2010). Evidence-based treatment for the edentulous patient (10th ed., vol. 29, pp. 140, 142-5). Dent Today. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21086803/
Williamson, R.A. (2011). How To Keep It Simple With Removables {Vol 15 (1) pp.3-5} Continuum Aurum Ceramics
Book Review: Williamson, RA (2007). Implant Restorations: A Step-by-Step Guide by Carl Drago. Journal of Prosthodontics https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-849X.2007.00201_2.x
Book Review: Williamson, R.A. (2005). Prosthetic Treatment of the Edentulous Patient by RM Basker and JC Davenport, 4th ed (2nd ed., vol. 14, pp. 144-146). Journal of Prosthodontics. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-849X.2005.00030_2.x
Williamson RA, Williamson AE, Bowley J, Toothaker R. Maximizing mandibular prosthesis stability utilizing linear occlusion, occlusal plane selection, and centric recording.JProsthodont;2004;13(1):55-61. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1532-849X.2004.04001.x ; https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1532-849X.2004.04001.x
The Physical and Mechanical Properties Associated with the Aging of Maxillofacial Elastomers, Master’s Thesis, McGoogan Medical Sciences Library, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska. August 2001.
Williamson RA. (2001). Chemical, Color, Physical, and Mechanical Property Changes in Polydimethylsiloxane Following Accelerated Aging. American College of Prosthodontists.
Book Review: Williamson, R.A. (2004). Book Review: Implant Overdentures: the Standard of Care for Edentulous Patients by Jocelyne S. Feine and Gunnar E. Carlsson (4th ed.,vol.13,pp.280-283).Journal Prosthodontics. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/j.1532-849X.2004.4046_2.x
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