Dr. Dilshan Gunawardena MD, DMD, FACS, Dentist
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Dr. Dilshan Gunawardena MD, DMD, FACS

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

5/5(1)
1521 8th Ave Suite 101 Bethlehem PA, 18018
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Dilshan Gunawardena, DMD, MD, is a dentist at St. Lukeâ??s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He has eight years of experience specializing in sedation, extractions, implants, and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Educated at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and Stony Brook University, Dr. Gunawardena completed an internship at Stony Brook University followed by a residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and is an active member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, and the American Dental Association.

Education and Training

DMD at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Stony Brook University

Board Certification

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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Dr. Dilshan Gunawardena MD, DMD, FACS's Expert Contributions
  • Do all implants require bone grafts?

    Not all implants require bone grafts. Majority of the time when a tooth is extracted we bone graft for socket preservation and implant placement in 4 months. If a sinus has pneumatized, a sinus lift can often be performed at the time of implant placement. If a tooth has been missing for a long time, and there is significant bone loss, this often necessitates more complex bone grafting called Ridge Augmentation. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • Dental implant screw not centered properly between teeth?

    Hi. Keep in mind that When looking at the position of an implant abutment or cover screw in the gum area, you are really looking at the tip of the iceberg. The implant is placed between the roots of the teeth and the abutment lines up with the root. In summary, a fair assessment considers the xray, and path of the access screw, the bite, etc when determining if an implant is well placed. Hope this helps. READ MORE

  • How long after a bone graft can I eat?

    The answer can vary depending on the surgeon, type of bone graft performed ,etc. we recommend that you consult your surgeon for specific instructions. Our typical instructions in our office: no vigorous rinsing for 2 weeks, soft foods, chew on the other side as much as possible, avoid hot and foods with sharp edges like chips. 2 week followup. READ MORE

  • Is having a molar extraction painful?

    Typically, an experienced oral surgeon will numb the area with a local anesthetic and extract the tooth. The local anesthetic blocks the pain fibers, but it is normal to feel pressure and pushing. However, if you have an infected or “hot tooth” that has been hurting for a long time, it may be more difficult to numb the tooth. Depending on a patients medical history, this may warrant office sedation for patient comfort without any pain. Hope that answers your question. Dr. Dilshan Gunawardena, DMD,MD, FACS READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

ExtractionsImplantsOral Maxillofacial SurgerySedationWisdom Teeth

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Public Speaking to Dental Residents at St. Luke's Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Center -

Internships

  • General Surgery, Stony Brook University

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American College of Surgeons, American Dental Association

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Good patient care

Hobbies / Sports

  • Traveling

Dr. Dilshan Gunawardena MD, DMD, FACS's Practice location

1521 8th Ave Suite 101 -
Bethlehem, PA 18018
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Dr. Dilshan Gunawardena MD, DMD, FACS has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 1 patient. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon 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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    Dr. Gunarwardena is an expert in his field. He is also very personable, caring and compassionate. He listens to his patients and is easy to talk to. He always makes you feel very comfortable. He is extremely knowledgeable and an excellent doctor and surgeon. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a bright doctor who knows what he is doing.

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