Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Surgical specialists of the mouth, jaws, and face.
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.
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Frequently asked
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.
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