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UF Health Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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D1-56A
Gainesville, Florida 32610
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Hours of Operation
See full hoursOral and Maxillofacial Surgery is a surgical specialty which involves the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects involving both the functional and aesthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the head and neck region. The scope of the specialty is very broad, ranging from the extraction of teeth to the treatment of complex facial fractures.
The five faculty members of the Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Florida are all board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and are known nationally and internationally as leaders in their field. In addition to providing excellent patient care, they are established researchers, teachers, and national and international orators. They also share the responsibility for teaching graduate students (residents) in the six- year residency program in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. The surgeons are on staff at UF Health Shands Hospital.
Faculty / resident oral surgery clinic
The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Faculty and Resident Clinic is located on the first floor of the College of Dentistry at the west entrance of the UF Health Science Center. An appointment for a consultation/evaluation with a faculty member or resident may be obtained after a referral has been made for you. If you desire to change your appointment please call (352) 273-6731.
Oral surgery is a referral clinic and should receive those referrals by fax at (352) 392-6909 to the attention of the Receptionist.
The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for a diagnosis and outpatient treatment, using local anesthesia, conscious sedation or general anesthesia. Complex cases may require surgical treatment in the operating room at UF Health Shands Hospital. Our office staff is very experienced and attentive to the needs of our patients.
Services
The services provided include the full scope of the specialty, including but not limited to:
- Nerve Repair - Micro neurosurgery
- Removal of diseased or impacted teeth
- Dental Implants to replace missing teeth and for more complex cases, reconstructing deficient bone to support the implants
- Treatment of facial fractures and soft tissue injuries of the head and neck secondary to trauma
- Diagnosis and treatment of benign or malignant cysts and tumors of the oral and maxillofacial region
- Diagnosis and treatment of infections of the head and neck region to include infection of the teeth, the salivary glands, and the upper and lower jaw
- Reconstruction and cosmetic surgery to correct facial bones deformities and facial soft tissue problems as a result of previous trauma, developmental, or secondary to the removal of head and neck pathology
- Diagnosis and treatment of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
- Diagnosis and correction of Dentofacial Deformities (Bite) and other Developmental Defects. In conjunction with the orthodontist, the oral and maxillofacial surgeon surgically realigns the upper and lower jaw into proper dental and facial relationships to improve function and facial appearance. Individuals with developmental defects, such as cleft lip and palate are also treated for improved function and appearance.
Reduced-fee dental care
UF College of Dentistry students and faculty participate in programs such as the We Care Physicians Network (352) 334-7926.Such programs provide limited services for qualified individuals that may be reduced in fees.
Our experts
Related conditions & treatments
- Cosmetic dental surgery
- Dental implants
- Dentofacial deformities
- Diagnostic Pathology
- Facial fracture
- Impacted tooth
- Micro neurosurgery
- Nerve Repair
- Oral Biopsy
- Oral Cytology
- Oral Medicine
- Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
- Oral cysts
- Oral tumors
- TMJ disorders
Meeting your health care needs
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Medical Imaging Services
UF Health offers day-of, on-site imaging services in a qualified medical center.
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Med to Bed
Meds to beds is a bedside free service designed with your convenience in mind. Our meds to beds program allows a pharmacist to deliver your medications to you prior to your discharge from the hospital.
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Outpatient Lab Services
Full-service, on-site lab services and testing for your convenience.
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Patient Blood Management
Safe, effective medical and surgical techniques designed to prevent anemia and decrease bleeding during a procedure.
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Pharmacies
Accepts most prescription plans; competitive prices; on-site.
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UF Health Midwifery Group
Exceptional, individualized, compassionate and evidence-based midwifery care.
For your convenience and peace of mind
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Accessibility
Aids and services are available to help people with disabilities communicate effectively.
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ATM and Banking
Many of UF Health's properties have various branch ATMs and/or branch offices.
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Baby-Changing Station
Baby-changing stations are available in many of UF Health's restrooms.
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Caremail (Email Service)
Friends and family can send messages to any UF Health patient through the CareMail service.
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Coffee
Options include Opus Coffee and Starbucks in the hospital atriums.
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Free Wifi
Patients and guests get free wireless internet access at UF Health hospitals.
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Gardens and Outdoor Spaces
The Garden of Hope, Sun Terrace, and other spaces help patients and families relax.
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Gender-Neutral Restroom
Gender-neutral, public restrooms are located throughout UF Health's properties.
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Gift Shops
The Gift Stops offer a wide variety of gifts and products for patients and families.
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Interpreters / Hearing Impaired
UF Health provides free language services to people whose primary language is not English.
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Medical Records
You can download a form or call (352) 594-0909 to have medical records mailed or faxed.
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Notary Public
Notary services are available to patients and visitors Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Smoke-Free
Smoking, chewing tobacco, or using electronic cigarettes is prohibited on UF Health properties.
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Social Services
Social workers are part of the patient's care team and work with medical staff and nurses.
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Virtual Care
In some cases, UF Health offers telehealth care via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.
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Virtual Visitation
In some cases, UF Health offers telehealth visits via a desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet.