About
Nestled within the thriving medical ecosystem of Rochester, New York, University Dental Faculty Maxillofacial And Implant Surgery stands as a premier, academically-affiliated center for advanced oral and craniofacial care. Operating from its modern facility at 2400 S Clinton Ave, this practice is intrinsically linked to the esteemed University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) and its Eastman Institute for Oral Health—one of the nation's oldest and most respected oral health institutions. This foundational connection is not merely an address; it represents a profound commitment to a tripartite mission of exemplary patient care, groundbreaking research, and the education of future leaders in dentistry and surgery. The practice is the clinical arm of a world-class academic department, where the faculty members who treat patients are also the professors and researchers shaping the global standards of maxillofacial and implant surgery.
The history of this practice is woven into the legacy of the Eastman Institute, founded by philanthropic pioneer George Eastman. This heritage imbues the practice with a century-deep tradition of innovation and community service, now expressed through 21st-century technology and techniques. The mission is clear: to provide the highest echelon of specialized surgical care by leveraging the collective expertise of a full-time academic faculty. These surgeons are dual-licensed as dentists and physicians (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons), having completed rigorous medical degrees, residencies in both surgery and anesthesia, and often additional fellowship training in sub-specialties like head and neck oncology, cosmetic surgery, or complex implantology. This level of training is rare in private practice settings and is the core of the practice's unique value proposition.
What sets this business apart is its unparalleled depth of expertise and its 'center of excellence' model for managing complex cases. Patients are not seeing a single surgeon in isolation but are benefiting from a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team. This team approach is standard within the academic medical center, allowing for seamless consultation with experts in otolaryngology (ENT), plastic surgery, oncology, radiology, and prosthodontics. For a patient requiring reconstruction after cancer surgery, for example, the tumor ablation, microvascular free flap reconstruction, and subsequent dental implant rehabilitation can be planned and executed by an integrated team in one coordinated system. This eliminates the fragmentation often experienced in navigating separate specialists and ensures a holistic, patient-centric treatment plan.
Furthermore, the practice’s environment is one of continuous innovation. As part of a major research university, the faculty are actively involved in clinical trials and pioneering new surgical techniques, biomaterials, and digital technologies—such as virtual surgical planning, computer-guided implant placement, and 3D-printed patient-specific implants and guides. Patients have access to treatments and technologies at the very forefront of the field, often long before they become widely available. The practice also serves as a referral epicenter for other dentists and surgeons throughout the region for the most challenging cases, from severe facial trauma and congenital deformities like cleft lip/palate to complex medical management patients requiring dental care before organ transplants or chemotherapy.
In essence, University Dental Faculty Maxillofacial And Implant Surgery offers a unique blend of Ivy League-level academic expertise, the compassionate, personalized care of a private practice, and the vast resources of a top-tier medical center. It provides a safety net for the most vulnerable and complex patients while also serving as a sought-after destination for any patient seeking the absolute gold standard in dental implants, wisdom tooth removal, or corrective jaw surgery. The atmosphere is one of confident expertise, where the most daunting oral health challenges are met with a collective, academic rigor and a deep-seated commitment to restoring both function and quality of life.