Here at the Texas Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants, we have one core mission statement. “Every Texan Deserves To Smile.”
From advanced digital technologies to ongoing educational efforts, our doctors are able to treat the most complex of cases, while delivering superb results at affordable prices. We never settle for mediocrity.
We strive to create a welcoming, friendly, and enjoyable culture in which you’re treated like family. If you need an oral surgeon in the Dallas – Fort Worth Area, choose one that never cuts corners. You’ll find us here!
Dr. Vickers earned his DDS from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed a six-year oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at the University of Louisville, training under top oral surgeons. He also obtained his MD from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, with extensive training in general anesthesia and surgery.
Dr. Vickers specializes in dental implants, full arch rehabilitation (All-On-4), and wisdom tooth removal.
Dr. Stephen Chan treats his patients with warmth, kindness, and a sincere smile. He started his career in Southern California, earning a bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and a DDS from UCLA. He then completed a two-year hospital dentistry residency at UCLA Medical Center before fully committing to his passion for oral surgery.
Dr. Chan’s clinical interests include removal of wisdom teeth, placing dental implants using the All-on-X technique and advanced bone grafting.
Dr. Dad (pronounced Dodd) earned her bachelor’s degree from Austin College and her DDS from the University of Texas School of Dentistry, receiving several accolades. She completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry, gaining extensive training with medically complex patients and advanced techniques.
Dr. Makenzie Fortney, a DFW native, is passionate about providing personalized care to her local community. She earned her Biology degree from Hardin-Simmons University, followed by advanced training in oral and maxillofacial surgery at Banner University Medical Center.
Her clinical expertise includes dental extractions, implants, and facial trauma surgery. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active with her husband and two children.
As a family owned and operated Private Practice, we are committed to providing care with uncompromising ethics.
Without the pressure of corporate ownership, we use the highest quality implants and materials, stand behind our work, and maintain fair and honest fees.
All of our surgeons are either board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
With 50+ years combined oral surgery experience, all of our doctors take a comprehensive approach to oral health & total body wellness.
We emphasize premium level service focused on availability, approachability, and ease of communication with our practice.
From your initial call to the completion of your treatment, our comprehensive support and easy to use resources guarantee that you’ll never feel alone on your health journey.
Leveraging the finest technology and minimally invasive techniques available, we provide the best results with the quickest recovery possible.
Our fully digital in-house lab and skilled design team make our All-In-One Smile Solution the ideal option for your smile transformation.
Over 1,000 5 star reviews across 4 different locations in the Dallas – Fort Worth Area
When wisdom teeth erupt, they can cause a variety of problems. They press against adjoining teeth.
They’re difficult to clean and highly susceptible to decay. They can cause severe pain. We usually extract impacted (partially erupted or unerupted) wisdom teeth here in our office.
This is a surgical procedure that’s best left to specialists with our training and capabilities.
While you have more than one replacement option for missing teeth, dental implants rise above all the rest with their advantages.
No other solution looks as natural, feels as comfortable, or lasts as long.
With dental implants you can regain your quality of life and feel confident in everything you do. As oral surgeons, we’re your dental implant specialists.
Struggling with broken or missing teeth? Transform your life with the All-In-One Smile™ solution, providing fixed, natural-looking teeth in just one day.
With expert surgeons and state-of-the-art technology, we create fully customized smiles tailored to you. Our streamlined process avoids the need for multiple surgeries, offering a faster recovery and a lasting solution.
Experience the confidence, comfort, and freedom of a smile designed to feel and function like your natural teeth!
There’s no need to fear your next visit. Whether receiving a tooth extraction or complex facial trauma treatment, our oral surgeons are licensed to provide calming IV sedation services.
Although you will be able to respond to instructions from your doctor, you may feel so relaxed you fall asleep during treatment. Surgery doesn’t need to be scary—see how we can make it a relaxing experience.
An oral surgeon is a special type of dental professional who has gone to school for extra years. Oral surgeons are experts in all types of oral surgery. This makes them the perfect choice if you need placement of dental implants or have had a facial trauma that requires surgical attention.
The simplest difference between a dental professional with a DDS and an oral surgeon is the extra training the oral surgeon undergoes. For instance, both Dr. Vickers and Dr. Anver spent an additional two years in school to receive their MD degrees. Consequently, they have the expertise and experience to handle a lot of treatments that might be beyond a dentist’s, periodontist’s, or orthodontist’s capability.
When it comes to choosing the right healthcare provider, credentials and experience always matter. Having an oral surgeon place your dental implants gives you tremendous peace of mind and lowers the chance of dental implant failure.
Wisdom tooth extractions are different procedures than normal tooth extractions. Therefore, you’ll want to put your care into the hands of someone who has the equipment and knowledge to address even the toughest issues.
The implant part of a dental implant (the part that is placed into the jawbone) should last a lifetime. The restoration (the tooth crown, bridge, or over-denture) will need to be replaced about every 10-15 years.
The process to receive dental implants is quite comfortable when you partner with our oral surgeons. We rely on the latest advancements to ensure that you feel no pain during surgery and enjoy a quick healing process.
The cost to receive dental implants will vary depending upon a number of factors. These include whether you need other ancillary treatments such as extractions or bone grafting. Plus, your dental or healthcare insurance may pay for part of your procedure. When you come for your consultation, we can talk to you about many different financial arrangements so you can afford dental implants.
Depending on the patient and their health situation, medical and dental insurance may or may not contribute to paying the cost of dental implants. Our staff is specialty trained in medical & dental insurance claims, ensuring that every patient can get the maximum amount of insurance benefits possible to them.
Most adults with one missing tooth or many missing teeth can receive dental implants. However, you may not be an immediate candidate for the procedure. Bone loss, untreated gum disease, and other issues may make it necessary for you to receive other treatments prior to receiving dental implants. At your initial examination, we will let you know whether you are a candidate right away.
Even people with severe bone loss can receive dental implants. They will just require extra care in the form of a bone grafting or sinus lift procedure. For patients that have too little bone to support bone grafting, we do have Zygomatic Dental Implant solutions as well!
It can take several months for your mouth to fully heal from a dental implant placement surgery. However, you will be able to use your restoration very soon after the day you receive your implants. This allows you to eat and speak naturally, as well as feel good about the way you look in person and in pictures.
While taking care of your dental implants are a must, there is no additional work you need to take to upkeep them. Dental implants can be taken care of just like normal teeth, through frequent brushing and periodic checkups with your dentist & hygienist.
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