Preguntas frecuentes – High Desert Oral & Cirugía Facial

Why should I choose High Desert Oral & Cirugía Facial?

High Desert Oral & Facial Surgery is dedicated to providing the highest level of patient care through personalized treatment, advanced surgical techniques, and a commitment to clinical excellence. Our board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons provide comprehensive care for conditions affecting the mouth, dientes, jaws, and facial structures. We continually pursue advanced education, contribute to research, and strive to deliver outstanding surgical outcomes while making every patient feel comfortable and informed.

What makes High Desert Oral & Facial Surgery different from other oral surgery practices?

Our practice combines the expertise of multiple board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons with four convenient office locations throughout El Paso. We provide the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, utilize advanced technology including 3D imaging, offer in-office IV sedation, and maintain hospital privileges at several leading medical centers. Our doctors also remain active in continuing education, clinical research, and professional publications to stay at the forefront of oral surgery.

Because we have several surgeons on our staff, we have more availability than other surgeons in our area. We can also see patients of all ages!

Are your oral surgeons board certified?

Sí. High Desert Oral & Facial Surgery is home to a team of board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons who have completed years of additional hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training beyond dental school.

What procedures do you perform?

We provide a full range of oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures, incluyendo implantes dentales, injerto de hueso, Desmontaje de muelas del juicio, cirugía de mandíbula correctiva, facial trauma treatment, extracciones dentarias, patología bucal, TMJ disorder treatment, sleep apnea surgery, cleft lip and palate treatment, exposición de dientes impactados, and pre-prosthetic surgery.

Do you offer dental implants?

Sí. We provide comprehensive dental implant treatment to replace one or more missing teeth. Dental implants are designed to look, sentir, and function like natural teeth while helping preserve bone and restore your ability to eat and smile with confidence.

Can I receive dental implants if I have experienced bone loss?

Many patients with bone loss are still candidates for dental implants. Our surgeons perform bone grafting procedures that can rebuild the jawbone and create a stable foundation for successful implant placement.

Do you remove impacted wisdom teeth?

Sí. Wisdom tooth removal is one of the most common procedures we perform. Our surgeons evaluate each patient’s unique situation and recommend treatment based on the position of the teeth and your long-term oral health.

Do you offer IV sedation?

Sí. Our experienced surgical team is trained in assisting with intravenous (IV) sedation and outpatient general anesthesia in our state-of-the-art office setting. Patients are continuously monitored throughout their procedure and recovery to help ensure their safety and comfort.

What technology do you use?

High Desert Oral & Facial Surgery utilizes advanced technology, including 3D imaging, to improve diagnosis, la planificación del tratamiento, and surgical precision while helping provide predictable treatment outcomes.

Do your surgeons have hospital privileges?

Sí. Our surgeons have admitting hospital privileges at Del Sol Medical Center, Las Palmas Medical Center, University Medical Center, y El Paso Niños y rsquo; s Hospital de, allowing them to provide advanced surgical care when needed.

What can I expect during my consultation?

Durante su consulta, your surgeon will evaluate your condition, review any diagnostic imaging, discuss your treatment options, answer your questions, and develop a personalized treatment plan based on your individual needs.

Do I need a referral from my dentist?

Many patients are referred by their general dentist or specialist, but you are also welcome to contact our office directly to schedule a consultation.

Why do dentists refer patients to High Desert Oral & Cirugía Facial?

General dentists frequently refer patients to our practice because our surgeons provide specialized surgical expertise, advanced anesthesia services, comprehensive treatment options, and experience managing both routine and complex oral surgery cases.

What areas do you serve?

We proudly serve patients throughout El Paso, East El Paso, West El Paso, Far East El Paso, and neighboring communities throughout West Texas and Southern New Mexico, including Las Cruces, Alamogordo, Hobbs, Carlsbad, Deming, Alpine, Van Horn, and Silver City.

What is your commitment to patient care?

Our mission is to provide the highest quality care by treating every patient as an individual, offering comprehensive surgical services, remaining available to answer questions, continually advancing our clinical expertise, and maintaining an unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care.