7 oral surgeons across Etowah County. Browse by city or filter by insurance and telehealth.
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Most common: DMD
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Etowah County has 7 oral surgeons. The most common credential is DMD (57%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include UAB Hospital, Huntsville Hospital, and Mobile Infirmary Medical Center. University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry trains practitioners locally.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Etowah County oral surgeons include qhp-46944, qhp-46082, qhp-21989, and humana. 14% accept Medicare.
The initial consultation includes X-rays or a CT scan, a physical exam of your mouth and jaw, and a discussion of your surgical options and anesthesia choices. The surgeon will explain the procedure, recovery timeline, and any risks. Most office procedures use IV sedation, meaning you will be comfortable but not fully unconscious.
You may need an oral surgeon for impacted wisdom teeth, teeth requiring surgical extraction, jaw misalignment causing functional problems, TMJ disorders that have not responded to other treatments, facial trauma or fractures, suspicious oral lesions requiring biopsy, or preparation for dental implants that need bone grafting.
Wisdom teeth (all four): $1,500-3,000 · Bone graft: $300-800 · Jaw surgery: $5,000-50,000+
Wisdom teeth that are trapped beneath the gum or bone require surgical extraction. Oral surgeons perform these procedures regularly, often under IV sedation for comfort.
Oral surgeons place dental implant posts and perform bone grafts when the jaw does not have enough volume to support an implant. They handle complex cases involving multiple missing teeth.
Severe jaw misalignment that braces alone cannot correct may require surgery to reposition the upper or lower jaw. Oral surgeons work with orthodontists to plan and execute these procedures.
Broken jaws, cheekbones, and eye sockets from accidents or injuries require surgical repair. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons specialize in reconstructing facial bones and soft tissue.
Unusual lumps, sores, or lesions in the mouth that do not heal need evaluation. Oral surgeons perform biopsies to determine whether growths are benign or require further treatment.
Etowah County, AL has 7 licensed oral surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of oral surgeons in Etowah County, AL are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among oral surgeons in Etowah County, AL include qhp-46944, qhp-46082, qhp-21989, humana, and qhp-17540. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Wisdom teeth removal (all four) typically costs $1,500 to $3,000 with IV sedation. Bone grafting runs $300 to $800. Jaw surgery ranges from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on complexity. Actual costs in Etowah County, AL depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Oral surgery may be covered by dental insurance, medical insurance, or both. Jaw surgery for a medical condition often falls under medical insurance. Check both plans.
Start by confirming a provider accepts your dental insurance. Look at credentials and patient reviews. Etowah County, AL has 7 oral surgeons, so you have options to compare. FindClarity lets you filter by insurance, location, and whether the provider is accepting new patients.
DMD stands for Doctor of Dental Medicine and DDS stands for Doctor of Dental Surgery. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Etowah County, AL, 57% hold the DMD credential and 29% hold DDS. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
14% of oral surgeons in Etowah County, AL accept Medicare. Medicare may cover oral surgery when it is medically necessary, such as jaw fracture repair or tumor removal. Routine wisdom tooth removal is generally not covered by Medicare. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Etowah County, AL include qhp-46944, qhp-46082, qhp-21989, humana, and qhp-17540.
Oral surgery may be covered by dental insurance, medical insurance, or both, depending on the reason for the procedure. Wisdom teeth removal is usually dental. Jaw surgery for a medical condition (like sleep apnea) or facial trauma often falls under medical insurance. Ask the surgeon's office to verify coverage with both your dental and medical plans.