Oral surgeons in West Des Moines, IA
Our directory lists 3 oral surgeons with a practice address in West Des Moines, Iowa, out of 138 dental listings in the city (2.2%). 2 are individual oral surgeons and 1 is a practice registered as organizations. That is about 0.41 per 10,000 residents, based on a population of 73,664 (2024 Census estimate). The oldest NPI record here dates from 2006 and the newest from 2011. Statewide, Iowa has 10 oral surgeons in our directory.
What does a oral and maxillofacial surgeon do? Oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform surgery of the mouth, jaws and face, such as wisdom-tooth removal, complex extractions, implant placement, bone grafting and corrective jaw surgery, and they are trained in anesthesia.
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Frequently asked questions
How many oral surgeons are listed in West Des Moines?
The NPI registry lists 3 providers in West Des Moines, Iowa whose primary taxonomy is oral & maxillofacial surgery: 2 individual practitioners and 1 practice or organization, at addresses in 1 ZIP code. The earliest NPI enumeration among them is from 2006.
Do I need a referral to see an oral and maxillofacial surgeon?
It depends on your plan. Many dental specialists see patients without a referral, but some dental HMO (DHMO) and Medicaid plans require one from your general dentist before they will pay. Check your plan documents or call the number on your insurance card before booking.
Do these oral surgeons take my dental insurance?
The NPI registry does not record which insurance plans a provider accepts, so we do not show it. Use your insurer's online provider directory and confirm with the office by phone, since networks change.
How is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon different from a general dentist?
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a dentist who completed an accredited advanced education program in the specialty after dental school. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons perform surgery of the mouth, jaws and face, such as wisdom-tooth removal, complex extractions, implant placement, bone grafting and corrective jaw surgery, and they are trained in anesthesia.
Where does this information come from?
Names, addresses, phone numbers and specialties come from the public NPPES NPI registry run by CMS. We do not add ratings, prices or opening hours. If a listing is wrong, the provider can update it in NPPES.
Source: NPPES NPI registry (CMS), primary taxonomy. Insurance, hours and prices are not in the registry; confirm them with the office. A listing is not an endorsement. All dentists in West Des Moines · How we build listings