Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Patient educationOral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are specialists in diagnosing and treating conditions and injuries of the head and neck. After four years of dental school, they complete four to six more years of training, and theirs is one of 9 dental specialties recognized internationally and by the American Dental Association (ADA).
Conditions and procedures
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons treat a wide range of conditions every day, including:
- TMJ, facial pain and facial reconstruction
- Dental implants
- Tooth extractions and impacted teeth
- Wisdom teeth
- Misaligned jaws
- Cleft lip and palate
- Apicoectomy
- Oral cancers, tumors, cysts and biopsies
- Sleep apnea
- Facial cosmetic surgery
Questions or a referral?
Whether your dentist has referred you, you have pain or symptoms that concern you, or you simply have questions, please contact our office to schedule an appointment. We are here to answer your questions and provide the treatment you deserve.
Why Should I Visit an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon?
A short video from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
After Tooth Extractions
There are a number of reasons that your dentist might recommend a tooth extraction.Antibiotic Treatment
Periodontal disease is a progressive condition that leads to severe inflammation and tooth loss if left untreated.Surgical Instructions
Pre- and post-operative instructions to help you prepare for dental surgery and recover safely and comfortably.Oral Pathology
An oral exam is routinely performed by the dentist during the course of an initial comprehensive exam and regular check-ups.Dental Emergencies
Dental emergencies are quite frightening and often painful.
New patients welcome
Emergency calls and appointments are available and welcome, especially for new patients seeking help.