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Craig C. Thiede, DDS

Dentist | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

4/5(18)
13522 Newport Ave Ste 109 Tustin CA, 92780
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4/5

About

Dr. Craig C. Thiede, DDS, is a highly skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeon dedicated to providing exceptional care to his patients in Tustin, California. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Thiede specializes in dental implants, jaw surgery, and teeth extractions at SoCal Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Thiede tailors individualized treatment plans to address each patient’s unique needs. His philosopy of care is to improve the overall health through education and understanding of each individual's needs . He does not treat patients like numbers, He treats people, with problems. He completes over 50 hours of continued training annually, focusing on specialty areas such as dental implants, cleft lip and palate repair, oral cancer treatment, orthognathic (jaw) surgery, and wisdom teeth extractions. Dr. Thiede is on the staff of prestigious institutions such as Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange, Children’s Hospital of Orange County, and Providence St. Jude Medical Center. Additionally, he volunteers with Careforce of California, demonstrating his dedication to giving back to the community.

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Education and Training

University of Southern Califor BS 1984

University of Southern California Bachelor of Science Degree 1984

New York University College of Dentistry DDS 1988

Provider Details

Male English, Spanish

Areas of expertise and specialization

Orthognathic surgery, cleft lips and palates, maxillofacial trauma, pathology, facial reconstruction,dental extractions, placement of dental and facial implantsdental implants, jaw surgery, and teeth extractions at SoCal Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Professional Memberships

  • California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons  
  • American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons  
  • Western Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons  
  • International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons  
  • Southern California Orofacial Academy  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Careforce of California

Internships

  • Woodhull Hospital of New York1992Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Association of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons, California Association of Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons, Western Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Southern California Orofacial Academy

Articles and Publications

  • Yes, about 2 during university.

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Great mentors. His dad had a great work ethic and instilled great qualities into him. Treat patient like family and truly care about solving their problems.

Philanthropic Initiatives

  • Careforce of California

Teaching and speaking

  • Love to teach

Craig C. Thiede, DDS's Practice location

SoCal Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

13522 Newport Ave Ste 109 -
Tustin, CA 92780
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New patients: 714-730-6767
https://www.socaloralsurgery.com

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Patient Experience with Dr. Thiede


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Craig C. Thiede, DDS has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 18 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Dentist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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Providing Exceptional Care and Expertise in Tustin, California

Dr. Craig C. Thiede, DDS, a highly skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeon, is making a significant impact on the field through his expertise in dental implants, jaw surgery, and teeth extractions at SoCal Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 

With a patient-centered approach, Dr. Thiede is dedicated to enhancing oral health and overall well-being by tailoring individualized treatment plans that address each patient’s unique needs. His commitment to excellence extends beyond the clinic as he serves on the staff of prestigious institutions such as Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange, Children’s Hospital of Orange County, and Providence St. Jude Medical Center. Additionally, he volunteers with Careforce of California, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to giving back to the community.

Born in Barstow, California, Dr. Thiede spent most of his life in Hacienda Heights, California. He did his undergraduate work at the University of Southern California, earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in 1984. He then received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the New York University College of Dentistry in 1988 before completing his postgraduate training in oral and maxillofacial surgery at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull.

Dr. Thiede is an esteemed member of various professional organizations, including the California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Western Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and the Southern California Orofacial Academy. His active involvement in these associations underscores his commitment to staying abreast of the latest advancements and best practices in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Dr. Thiede enjoys indulging in his passion for golf and college sports, particularly supporting his alma mater, USC. His multifaceted interests reflect a well-rounded individual dedicated to excellence in both his personal and professional life.

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