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Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in the U.S.

Extractions, implants, and jaw surgery. Featuring 60 top-ranked providers across 21 states, classified under the oral-surgeon dental sub-specialty.

Verified · NPPES (CMS)refreshed May 7, 2026

National oral & maxillofacial surgeon snapshot

Aggregates over 510 indexed oral & maxillofacial surgeons in 51 states.

Indexed providersNPPES

510

Across 51 states.

Medicare-enrolledCMS

98%

500 of 510 have CMS enrollment on file.

HPSA-servingHRSA

6%

32 practice in HRSA-designated dental shortage areas.

Median MIPSCMS QPP

87/ 100

Interquartile range 81–92.

Calculated from 84 oral & maxillofacial surgeons who report MIPS.

Methodology →
Avg practice locationsCMS

1.6

Mean across CMS provider enrollment records — oral surgeons trend higher because of multi-site privileges.

Avg hospital affiliationsNPPES

1.2

Mean affiliated hospitals per provider with ≥1 affiliation.

Median industry paymentOpen Payments

$364

Calculated over 446 oral & maxillofacial surgeons with disclosures. Higher in implant/oral-surgery specialties — disclosure is normal under federal Sunshine Act.

Top states

Years in practice (graduation → today)

Among indexed oral & maxillofacial surgeons with a graduation year on file. Shape signals whether the specialty skews early- career or established.

  • 0–911
  • 10–19111
  • 20–29101
  • 30–3970
  • 40+46

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What is a oral & maxillofacial surgeon?

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon (OMFS) handles the surgical end of dentistry: complex extractions including impacted wisdom teeth, dental implants, bone grafting, jaw reconstruction, treatment of facial trauma, and orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery. They're also licensed to administer general anesthesia in-office.

Training

After dental school, an oral surgeon completes a 4- to 6-year hospital-based residency. Some programs include a medical degree (MD) integrated into the residency. Board certification is through the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

When to see one

  • Impacted wisdom teeth that need surgical removal
  • Dental implant placement, especially with bone grafting
  • Jaw fractures or facial trauma
  • Severe bite problems requiring orthognathic surgery
  • Suspicious oral lesions that need biopsy
  • Sleep apnea cases that may benefit from MMA surgery

Typical costs

Uninsured cash estimates from FAIR Health and ADA Health Policy Institute. Prices vary widely by region.

Impacted wisdom tooth (per tooth)
$200–$700
Dental implant (single, surgical placement)
$1,500–$3,500
Bone graft (site preservation)
$300–$1,200
Sinus lift
$1,500–$3,000
Frequently asked

Questions about oral & maxillofacial surgeons

  • Can my general dentist place an implant, or do I need an oral surgeon?
    For uncomplicated single implants in patients with good bone, many general dentists place implants successfully. Oral surgeons are usually preferred for full-arch implants, sinus lifts, significant bone grafting, or any case with anatomical complexity. Ask the surgeon how many of your specific case type they've done.
  • Will my medical insurance cover oral surgery?
    Sometimes. Truly medical procedures (jaw fracture repair, biopsy of a lesion, surgery for sleep apnea) often go through medical insurance. Routine extractions and implants typically go through dental insurance. Surgery centers usually pre-verify both.
  • Is IV sedation safe for wisdom teeth?
    For healthy patients, in-office IV sedation administered by a credentialed oral surgeon is considered low-risk. Risks rise with significant medical history, sleep apnea, or obesity. The pre-op consult is when those risks are evaluated.
  • How long is recovery from wisdom tooth surgery?
    Most healthy patients return to normal activity in 3–5 days. Soft-food diet is typical for the first week. Dry socket — when the blood clot dislodges — is the most common complication and is treated by repacking the socket.