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Oral Surgeons by county

Orange County31

Largest cities for oral surgeons

What an oral surgeon does

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon operates on the teeth, jaws and face. Their residency is based in a hospital and includes training in anesthesia.

Treatments

  • Wisdom tooth removal
  • Surgical extractions
  • Dental implants and bone grafting
  • Corrective jaw surgery
  • Treatment of facial injuries
  • Biopsy and removal of cysts and growths

Training and credentials

After dental school, an oral surgeon completes a hospital-based surgical residency of four to six years. Some also earn a medical degree. Oral surgeons listed here declared the specialty in the federal provider registry and hold a current California dental license.

General dentists remove many teeth. A referral to an oral surgeon is common for impacted wisdom teeth, teeth close to a nerve or sinus, jaw surgery, and treatment under deep sedation or general anesthesia.

Questions about oral surgeons

How many oral surgeons are listed in California?

31 oral surgeons are listed so far, all in Orange County. More counties are being added, and each listing is matched to a current California license.

Do I need a referral to see an oral surgeon?

Not always. Many offices accept patients directly, but your dentist’s X-rays and notes help, and some plans require a referral.

Can an oral surgeon put me to sleep for treatment?

Deep sedation and general anesthesia in a California dental office require a state general anesthesia permit. Each profile shows the permits a dentist holds.