Oral Surgery, San Bernardino CA

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral and maxillofacial surgeon James P. Sellas practices a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise in general anesthesia ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal. We can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries and TMJ disorders, and performs a full range of dental implant and bone grafting procedures.

He is a graduate of University of California, Irvine, Loma Linda University, University of Southern California (USC). Surgical residency was USC/LA Medical Center.

He is also a state evaluator for general anesthesia permits in the state of California and an associate professor in Loma Linda University in oral and maxillofacial surgery. He is current a reserve sheriff’s deputy for the county of San Bernardino, CA.

Dr. Sellas‘s staff is friendly and courteous to all your needs. They are RDA and OSA certified. His surgical assisting staff is certified in general anesthesia in our state-of-the-art office setting.

Our office is located at 1740 Plum Lane., Suite A Redlands, CA 92374. Call us at 909-884-4754.

Specializing in Wisdom Teeth removal and Dental Implants

By the age of 18, the average adult has 32 teeth; 16 teeth on the top and 16 teeth on the bottom. Each tooth in the mouth has a specific name and function. The teeth in the front of the mouth (incisors, canine, and bicuspid teeth) are ideal for grasping and biting food into smaller pieces. The back teeth (molar teeth) are used to grind food up into a consistency suitable for swallowing.

The average mouth is made to hold only 28 teeth. It can be painful when 32 teeth try to fit in a mouth that holds only 28 teeth. These four other teeth are your third molars, also known as “wisdom teeth.”

Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. The person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat virtually anything and can smile with confidence, knowing that teeth appear natural and that facial contours will be preserved.

Dental implants are changing the way people live. With them, people are rediscovering the comfort and confidence to eat, speak, laugh and enjoy life. For more information about dental implants or to schedule a consultation appointment, call our office in Redlands, CA at 909-884-4754.