Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in Fayetteville, NC
Surgical specialists of the mouth, jaws, and face.
9 providers in Fayetteville
Finding a oral & maxillofacial surgeon in Fayetteville, NC
The Fayetteville healthcare market is shaped by three things: Cape Fear Valley Health, the regional referral system operating Cape Fear Valley Medical Center; Fort Bragg, the largest Army installation in the country and a heavy TRICARE-acceptance driver; and the Methodist University area east of the medical center, which holds the densest concentration of independent practices.
What does an oral and maxillofacial surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are dental specialists with surgical training in the mouth, jaws, and face. The everyday core of the practice is familiar: removing impacted wisdom teeth, placing dental implants, extracting teeth that a general dentist refers out, and treating infections, cysts, and jaw problems. They also repair facial injuries and perform corrective jaw surgery.
Most people arrive by referral from a general dentist or orthodontist who has identified something beyond routine dental care. The consultation covers what the procedure involves, anesthesia options, and recovery, and it's the right moment to ask every question you have.
How to choose, and what to confirm first
Confirm the practical details before booking: the surgeon's credentials (shown on ProviderQuoHealth profiles), which coverage applies, and cost. Oral surgery sits at the seam between dental and medical coverage; wisdom-tooth removal is often a dental-plan matter while some jaw and injury procedures run through medical insurance, so ask the practice which applies to your situation and confirm with your plan.
Some problems shouldn't wait for a consultation: facial swelling that is spreading or makes it hard to swallow or breathe, an uncontrolled mouth bleed, or significant facial trauma. For those, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in Fayetteville, NC
Listings built from the public NPPES registry, refreshed May 2026.
Sylvester Own Smith, DDS
Sylvester Own Smith, DDS, provides oral and maxillofacial surgery services in Fayetteville, NC. With expertise in surgical dental care, he works with patients requiring specialized oral procedures and treatment planning.
Cape Fear Oral Surgery — Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Ryan, James, Wiles, Patel & Olsen LLP provides oral and maxillofacial surgery services in Fayetteville, NC. The practice specializes in surgical procedures related to the mouth, jaw, and facial structures.
Richard Clayton Adams, DDS
Richard Clayton Adams, DDS, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon serving the Fayetteville, NC area. He provides surgical dental care to patients seeking specialized treatment.
Cape Fear Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery — Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Larry Tabatchnick, DMD, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon based in Fayetteville, NC. He provides surgical and dental care to patients in the surrounding area.
John N Kent, DMD
John N Kent, DMD, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon based in Fayetteville, NC. He provides surgical dental care and related services to patients in the local area.
Dale a Childers, DDS
Dale A Childers, DDS, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon serving Fayetteville, NC. With expertise in surgical dental procedures, Dr. Childers provides comprehensive care to patients in the area.
Childers & Associates, D.D.S., PLLC — Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Childers & Associates, D.D.S., P.L.L.C. provides oral and maxillofacial surgery services in Fayetteville, NC. The practice focuses on comprehensive surgical dental care for patients in the area.
Anthony B Maiorana, DDS
Anthony B Maiorana, DDS, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon serving patients in Fayetteville, NC. He provides comprehensive surgical dental care for patients seeking specialized oral health treatment in the area.
Larry Tabatchnick, DMD MD
Larry Tabatchnick, DMD MD, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Fayetteville, NC. He provides surgical and dental care to patients in the area.
Frequently asked
How many oral & maxillofacial surgeons are listed in Fayetteville, NC?
Our directory currently lists 9 oral & maxillofacial surgeons in Fayetteville, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
Do these oral & maxillofacial surgeons accept TRICARE or military insurance?
TRICARE participation matters for a large share of patients here because of the Fort Bragg community. Each provider's profile shows their contact information so you can confirm coverage before booking.
Do I need a referral to see an oral surgeon?
Usually a general dentist or orthodontist refers you, and many practices prefer it because the referral carries your imaging and history. Coverage requirements vary; check with the practice and your plan before booking.
Is wisdom-tooth removal covered by dental or medical insurance?
It depends on the procedure and your plans; wisdom-tooth removal is commonly a dental-plan matter, while some jaw surgery and injury care runs through medical insurance. The practice's billing staff deal with this daily; ask them which applies and confirm with your insurer.
Which mouth or jaw problems are emergencies?
Facial swelling that spreads quickly or makes swallowing or breathing difficult, bleeding that won't stop, or significant facial injury. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
Using TRICARE near Fort Bragg?
Our guides cover finding civilian oral & maxillofacial surgeons and other providers who accept TRICARE in the Fayetteville-area area, referrals, and setting up your PCM after a PCS.
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