Choosing someone to operate on your mouth, jaw, or face is not a decision to take lightly. A quick search online turns up dozens of providers, and most of their websites look alike, promising the same comfort, quality, and modern equipment. What those pages rarely explain is the training behind the person holding the instruments, and that gap can leave patients unsure what truly separates one provider from another.
We are Precision New York, and we want every patient who walks through our door to feel confident in the surgeon caring for them. Our Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon’s education and residency background took years longer than a typical dental degree, and we believe patients deserve to know exactly what that extra training involves before committing to a procedure.
A Long Educational Path Comes Before Surgery Training Begins
Years of academic work come before an oral surgeon ever picks up an instrument. Our surgeon began with an undergraduate degree in psychology, then completed a master’s degree in pharmacology, building a strong foundation in how medications and the body interact before he ever set foot in dental school. He then earned his dental degree at the New York University College of Dentistry, one of the most well regarded dental programs in the country.
That education did not stop at graduation. He went on to complete a General Practice Residency at Bellevue Hospital Center in New York City, with a focus on implant and dentoalveolar surgery along with complex dental rehabilitation. This additional hospital training builds skills that a standard dental school curriculum does not cover, and it is one of the first signs that a provider has gone beyond the minimum requirements to practice.
Hospital-Based Residency Sets Oral Surgeons Apart From General Dentists
The biggest difference between an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and a general dentist comes down to residency. Our surgeon completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at NYU Langone and Bellevue Hospital, one of the nation’s top programs, and he served as chief resident during his final year of training. That role is reserved for residents who show strong clinical judgment and leadership among their peers, reflecting years spent managing complex cases in a hospital setting.
This hospital-based training covers procedures far beyond routine extractions, including full arch implant surgery, bone grafting, and management of complications that require a broader medical background. Patients considering wisdom teeth removal or another surgical procedure should feel comfortable asking any provider where they trained and for how long.
Board Certification Confirms a Surgeon Meets National Standards
Completing residency is not the final step. Board certification requires passing additional written and oral examinations administered by a national certifying body, and it is not automatic once training ends. According to the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the certification process is designed to confirm that a surgeon has met rigorous standards for training, education, and professionalism, and Board Certified surgeons must continue ongoing professional development to maintain that status.
Our surgeon is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, a fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He also holds memberships with the American Dental Association, the New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the Suffolk County Dental Society, and the New York State Dental Association. Ask a prospective surgeon a few direct questions before your consultation, such as:
- Where did you complete your residency, and how long did it last?
- Are you Board Certified, and by which organization?
- What certifications do you hold for sedation or anesthesia?
- How often do you perform the specific procedure you are recommending?
These questions quickly reveal whether a provider’s background matches their marketing, and any surgeon confident in their training should welcome them.
Certifications Beyond the Operating Room Matter Too
Training does not end with a diploma or a board exam. Our surgeon holds current certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support, credentials that matter most when sedation is part of your treatment plan. These certifications require regular renewal, meaning a surgeon has to keep those skills current rather than relying on training from years ago.
Access to advanced tools also plays a role in outcomes. Our office uses platelet rich fibrin and modern implant materials to support healing, and we treat each patient’s biomaterial and biologic needs individually rather than applying a one size fits all approach. Paired with a properly trained surgeon, technology like this can make a meaningful difference in recovery and long term results.
Precision New York Is Ready to Answer Your Questions
Choosing an oral surgeon should never feel like guesswork. We encourage every patient to ask about training, certification, and experience before scheduling a procedure, because those details tell you more than a website ever can. Our team is glad to walk you through our surgeon’s background in detail.
If you are considering dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, or another oral surgery procedure, we invite you to reach out and see the difference proper training makes. You can contact our office today to schedule a consultation and get your questions answered directly.
