Browse oral surgeons in New Jersey.
396
Oral Surgeons
100%
Accepting patients
42%
Most common: DMD
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New Jersey has 396 licensed oral surgeons spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is DMD (42%), which stands for Doctor of Dental Medicine. DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) is the second most common at 40%.
Rutgers School of Dental Medicine trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Hackensack University Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, and Morristown Medical Center. Health systems such as RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Atlantic Health System employ many of the state's oral surgeons.
13% accept Medicare. Patients with NJ FamilyCare should verify coverage directly, as not all oral surgeons participate. The most widely accepted carriers include qhp-87571, qhp-33602, qhp-30751, humana, and unitedhealthcare.
New Jersey has one of the highest concentrations of pharmaceutical and biotech companies in the world, earning parts of the state the nickname "Medicine Chest of the World."
New Jersey has 396 licensed oral surgeons. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of oral surgeons in New Jersey 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 New Jersey include qhp-87571, qhp-33602, qhp-30751, humana, and unitedhealthcare. 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 New Jersey 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. New Jersey has 396 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 New Jersey, 42% hold the DMD credential and 40% hold DDS. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
13% of oral surgeons in New Jersey 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.
Some oral surgeons in New Jersey accept NJ FamilyCare, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid typically covers medically necessary oral surgery. Wisdom tooth removal is covered in most states for patients under 21. Adult coverage varies. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm NJ FamilyCare participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in New Jersey include qhp-87571, qhp-33602, qhp-30751, humana, and unitedhealthcare.
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.