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Oral Surgery


Oral surgery encompasses many procedures that are done by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Surgeries of the face, jaw, or the hard or soft tissues in the mouth or jaws and face are all considered oral surgery.

Oral surgeries include:

  • Wisdom teeth removalĀ (dentoalveolar surgery)

  • Tooth extraction (dentoalveolar surgery)

  • Preparation of jaw for dental implants

  • Placement of dental implants

  • Temporomandibular joint disorder repairs (TMJ or TMD repairs)

  • Corrective jaw surgery

  • Removal of tumors

  • Reconstructive surgery

  • Cosmetic surgery or cosmetic dentistry

Oral surgeon performing surgery on a dental patient

Available Practices

The practices below offer this specialty care. Select a practice that best meets your budget and availability for appointments.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Faculty & Resident Clinic

We offer surgical services for those who need removal of teeth, replacement of teeth with dental implants, correction of their bites and facial cosmetic surgery. Top services: dental implants, TMJ (jaw joint) treatment, wisdom teeth removal, extractions, bone grafts and cleft lip and palate treatment.

Average Cost: Fees average 60% of the cost of private practice

Appointment Time: Slightly longer than private practice

Education: Graduate dentists completing advanced training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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UT Health San Antonio<br />
Dentistry 8210 Floyd Curl Drive San Antonio, TX 78229

UT Health San Antonio
Dentistry

8210 Floyd Curl Drive
San Antonio, TX 78229

210-450-3700

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