05/16/2025
What does an oral and maxillofacial surgeon do?
First, it's important to understand that oral and maxillofacial surgeons aren't just dentists. We're dental specialists, surgically trained in a hospital-based residency program for an additional four years following dental school. This additional training and experience focuses almost completely on the bone, skin, and muscles of the face, mouth, and jaw. Check out this handy infographic to learn more about what we do: https://bit.ly/2Uis0Q1