Dr. Wayne Donald Roccia DMD
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
259 Country Club Drive Ellwood City PA, 16117About
Dr. Wayne Roccia is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Roccia specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Roccia is a unique dental specialist who can provide emergency medicine, perform general surgery and give anesthesia. These medical doctors are the only type of medical care specialist who can administer anesthesia, besides anesthesiologists. Typical procedures performed by Dr. Roccia are tooth extractions, especially wisdom teeth, corrective jaw surgery, and reconstructive surgery after an injury. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons can also perform dental work including placing dental implants.
Education and Training
The Johns Hopkins University BA 2000
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 2004
Board Certification
American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Wayne Donald Roccia DMD's Expert Contributions
How long do you stay in hospital after jaw surgery?
My patients usually spend less than 24 hours in the hospital recovering from a jaw surgery. We find that most patients do much better once they are home and in a more comfortable environment. READ MORE
What is the difference between an oral surgeon and a dentist?
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a doctor who has completed dental school and then completed a 4-6 year hospital based surgical residency. READ MORE
Can oral surgeons perform implant surgery?
Oral surgeons have additional expert training in the placement of dental implants and the associated complications. I would recommend seeing one in your area. READ MORE
What should I do to prepare for jaw corrective surgery?
Your surgeon and the hospital staff will contact you in regards to the specific pre surgical preparation for your procedure. If you are taking any medications on a regular basis, please also double check whether or not you are supposed to take those. For most corrective jaw surgery, you will be under general anesthesia, or completely asleep, so just plan on resting and recovering! READ MORE
Can I smoke after oral surgery?
Smoking delays the healing process and may cause many adverse effects. The longer that you can wait after oral surgery before smoking, the better. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Adjunct Clinical Instructor University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine 2008 - 2018
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Open Wide Open
Areas of research
Opioid awareness
Dr. Wayne Donald Roccia DMD's Practice location
Cranberry Township, PA 16066Get Direction
Natrona Heights, PA 15065Get Direction
Ellwood City, PA 16117Get Direction
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