“Do I need to see a dentist before an oral surgeon?”

In most cases, yes you should see a general dentist before the oral surgeon so that they can properly diagnosis what is needed and help plan the treatment in the best way possible.

Not necessarily, if your oral surgeon will see you without a referral from your dentist. Call the oral surgeon's office and ask.

Good luck,

Dr Ron H.

An Oral Surgeon cannot provide basic dental services, and as such a patient should have a general dentist for examinations/cleanings/restorative care. If certain the care one requires is surgical, a patient can always see an Oral Surgeon first. Just always remember, Oral Surgeons only provide surgical services and should always be considered when mouth surgery is being considered. We work closely with the general dental care provider to assure the patient gets the benefit of advanced training and experience.