Dr. Avi Donitza, DMD

Prosthodontist | Prosthodontics

152 South Lasky Drive #204 Beverly Hills California, 90212 Show map

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A maxillo-facial prosthodontist, Dr. Donitza has been practicing in Beverly Hills, California since 2001. He is a co-owner of Oral Construx - a specialty practice limited to Prosthodontics and Maxillo-Facial Prosthetics.

Providing excellent care for a lifetime of dental health, comfort and beauty, his expertise include aesthetic dentistry, implant reconstruction, full mouth rehabilitation, partial and complete dentures, TMJ and sleep apnea, as well as correcting bite and jaw issues. As a Maxillo-facial Prosthodontist, he collaborates with medical teams, providing treatment to patients with head & neck cancer, radiation patients, and prosthetic rehabilitation of cancer patients following surgery.

Born in Israel, Dr. Donitza obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1982 and his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry Degree in 1985 from the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. He served 5 years as a dentist in the lsraeli army, providing prosthetic treatment to army personnel and their families.

After his military service, Dr. Donitza established a private practice in Haifa, Israel, and served as a clinical instructor in the Department of Fixed Prosthodontics at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Transitioning to the United States, Dr. Donitza joined the Department of Prosthodontics and the Center for Esthetic Dentistry at UCLA in 1993. He completed two years of education in prosthodontics and implant dentistry while preparing for the California State Board Dental Exam, obtaining his dental license in June 1995.

Dr. Donitza was accepted into the prestigious three-year residency in Advanced Prosthodontics at UCLA School of Dentistry, earning his Prosthodontics Certificate in 1999. He completed an additional one-year residency at UCLA, receiving his Maxillo-Facial Prosthodontics Certificate, in June 2001.

Dr. Donitza is an active member of the American College of Prosthodontists, the Academy of Osseointegration, and the International College of Prosthodontics. He is a member of several study clubs, the West Coast ITI Study Club, and he is a past president of the Beverly Hills Academy of Dentistry.

Education and Training

UCLA Maxillofacial Prosthetics MaxilloFacial Prosthodontist 2001

UCLA Advanced Prosthodontics Certificate of Prosthodontics 1999

Hebrew University - Jerusalem B.Sc. DMD 1985

Board Certification

California State Board Dental Exam

Provider Details

Male English, Hebrew

Dr. Avi Donitza, DMD

Dr. Avi Donitza, DMD's Expert Contributions

My Answers

Are partial dentures safe?
Safe? Yes, they will not poison you... However, depending on how many teeth are missing and where, partials have many disadvantages, even if properly done by a prosthodontist. From being a removable appliance, the need to prepare teeth and make space for clasps and connectors, applying extra forces on the abutment teeth, and more. Today, dental implants are the standard of care for replacement of natural teeth. *Avi Donitza DMD* *Prosthodontics & Implant Dentistry* *Maxillofacial Prosthodontics* *152 S. Lasky Dr. * *Suite 204* *Beverly Hills, CA 90212* *310-276-7028* *www.oralconstrux.com* READ MORE
Can I get a dental crown in 1 week?
It is possible, if there is no need for any foundation restoration (such as a root canal or a cast post) or procedures to treat the gums. The lab will charge a rush fee as well, in addition to the regular price. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

aesthetic dentistrycorrection of bite and jaw problemsfull mouth rehabilitationpartial and complete denturesProsthodontics: implant dentistryMaxillo-facial Prosthodonticsaesthetic dentistry, implant reconstruction, full mouth rehabilitation, partial and complete dentures, TMJ and sleep apnea, as well as correcting bite and jaw issues

Faculty Titles & Positions

Part time Adjunct Professor in Removable Prosthodontics at UCLA -
Past President Beverly Hills Academy of Dentistry 2015 - 2016
Co- Owner Oral Construx -

Professional Memberships

International College of Prosthodontists
American College of Prosthodontists
Beverly Hills Academy of Dentists
West Coast ITI Study Club

Articles and Publications

1. Donitza A. "Creating the Perfect Smile: Prosthetic Considerations andProcedures for Optimal Dentofacial Esthetics" CDA Journal 36(5):335-342,2008. 2. Donitza A. "Presenting Implant Therapy for Cost Conscious Patients"Practical Procedures and Aesthetic Dentistry, Perio/Implant Product Showcase,lune 2006. 3. Donitza, A. Caputo, A. Williams, B. Poster presentation - "Retentionmechanisms for implant retained maxillofacial prostheses" - The EuropeanAcademy of Osseointegration meeting. Milan, Italy, September 13-15, 2001. 4. Donitza, A. "Prosthetic procedures for optimal aesthetic in single toothimplant restorations: A case report." Prac Periodont Aesthet Dent 2000 May,D:347-352. 5. Donitza, A. Beumer, J. Chang,T.L., Nishimura, R. Roumanas, E. PosterPresentation: "Osseointegrated implants in nasal defects" - The InternationalCongress of Maxillofacial Prosthetics, Kauai, Hawaii, November 10-14, 2000. 6. Galili, D. Donitza, A. Gafunkel, A. et al. "Gram negative enteric bacteria inthe oral cavity of leukemic patients" Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol, 1992 Oct,74(4):459-462.