When you’re planning a smile makeover, you probably think about veneers, whitening, and maybe Invisalign. You think about how your teeth will look and how confident you’ll feel. You probably don’t think about oral surgery.
But most patients never consider that some cosmetic treatments in Palmdale require surgical expertise. If your cosmetic dentist doesn’t have an oral surgeon on the team, you’ll be referred to another office. That means more appointments, more driving, and more chances for miscommunication.
At Premier Dental Care & Implant Centers in Palmdale, you don’t have that problem. Dr. Robert Sharobiem is a board-certified oral surgeon who practices right here in our office. He’s part of the team that makes your smile possible. Let’s talk about why that matters.
What Is an Oral Surgeon?
An oral surgeon is a dental specialist who completed additional years of training after dental school. They focus on surgical procedures involving the mouth, jaw, and face.
This includes:
- Tooth extractions, including wisdom teeth
- Dental implant placement
- Bone grafting
- Jaw surgery
- Treatment of facial trauma
- Removal of cysts and tumors
Oral surgeons are the surgeons of dentistry. They handle the complex cases that require advanced training and precision.
Dr. Sharobiem ranked in the top 5% of his class at UCLA, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Certificate at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He’s certified by the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. He also received the 2013 Humanitarian Award for Residents from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
That’s the level of expertise you want when surgery is part of your smile plan.
When Cosmetic Dentistry Requires Surgery
Not every cosmetic treatment needs an oral surgeon. A general or cosmetic dentist typically handles whitening, bonding, and veneers, but some situations do require surgical expertise. Here are the most common.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. A surgeon places the implant post into your jawbone. This surgical procedure requires precise planning and execution.
Dr. Sharobiem handles the surgical placement. Dr. Karim Naguib, our lead dentist, handles the restoration. You get both phases of treatment in one office.
Tooth Extractions
Sometimes a tooth can’t be saved. It might be severely decayed, cracked, or infected. If extraction is necessary, Dr. Sharobiem performs the procedure.
This is especially important when the extraction is part of a larger cosmetic plan. For example, if you’re getting implants to replace failing teeth, the extraction and implant placement need to be coordinated. Having both providers in one office makes that seamless.
Bone Grafting
If you’ve been missing teeth for a while, you may have lost bone density in your jaw. Implants need a strong foundation. Bone grafting rebuilds that foundation.
Dr. Sharobiem performs bone grafting procedures. He can also perform more advanced techniques like sinus lifts when needed.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth can cause crowding, pain, and damage to nearby teeth. If yours need to come out, Dr. Sharobiem handles it. This can be part of a broader plan to improve your smile and oral health.
Jaw Surgery
In some cases, cosmetic goals require jaw surgery. This might be true if you have a severe bite problem that affects both function and appearance. Dr. Sharobiem has advanced training in reconstruction and facial trauma. He can address these complex cases.
What Happens When Your Dentist Doesn’t Have a Surgeon
If your cosmetic dentist doesn’t have an oral surgeon on staff, they’ll refer you out. Here’s what that looks like:
- More Appointments: You’ll have appointments at your cosmetic dentist’s office and at the surgeon’s office. That’s double the scheduling, double the time off work, and double the logistics.
- Communication Gaps: Your cosmetic dentist and the surgeon need to communicate about your treatment plan. They need to share records, coordinate timing, and agree on the final result. When they’re in different offices, that communication depends on phone calls, emails, and faxed records. Things can get lost.
- Different Priorities: The surgeon focuses on the surgical aspect. Your cosmetic dentist focuses on the aesthetic result. If they aren’t working together from the start, the outcome might not match what you envisioned.
- Less Continuity: You’re telling your story to two different teams. You repeat your medical history, goals, and concerns. It’s frustrating and inefficient.
The Premier Dental Care Difference in Palmdale
At our Palmdale offices, you get something rare. You get a full team of specialists under one roof.
Dr. Robert Sharobiem, DDS – Oral Surgeon
Dr. Sharobiem handles all surgical aspects of your treatment. He’s board-certified and has advanced training in reconstruction and facial trauma. He’s also a founder of the UCLA Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Study Club and served as director of the UCLA/USC Mobile Dental Clinic.
Dr. Karim Naguib, DDS – General and Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Naguib leads our cosmetic treatments. He received his DDS with honors in 2003 and completed a general practice residency. He has experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry and is a member of the Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Farrah Yassi, DDS – Endodontist
Dr. Yassi handles root canals and other endodontic procedures. She received her DDS from Stony Brook University and specialized in endodontics at USC. She currently serves as a volunteer faculty member at USC.
Dr. Marina Salib, DMD
Dr. Salib graduated from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, where she was recognized as one of the top students in her class. She has advanced training in esthetics, same-day crowns, and implant dentistry.
Dr. Neil Tamashiro-Myamoto, DDS – Orthodontist
Dr. Tamashiro-Myamoto earned his DDS from UCLA and completed his orthodontics residency at the University of Michigan, where he also earned a Master of Science in Orthodontics. He handles orthodontic treatment when it’s part of your smile plan.
Dr. Khuong (Ken) Nguyen, DDS – Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Nguyen has over 25 years of experience and has treated more than 11,000 patients. He specializes in pediatric dentistry and treats patients with special healthcare needs.
This team approach means your treatment is coordinated from start to finish. You don’t have to run from office to office and repeat your story. You get complete care in one place.
A Real Example: Implants From Start to Finish
Let’s walk through a common scenario. A patient comes to our Palmdale office with a missing molar. They want a dental implant. They also want to improve their smile’s appearance with whitening.
Here’s how we handle it:
- Consultation: Dr. Naguib examines the patient and takes digital X-rays. He uses our CBCT 3D scanner to evaluate bone density and plan the implant placement.
- Surgical Planning: Dr. Sharobiem reviews the imaging and plans the surgical phase. He determines the ideal implant position. If bone grafting is needed, he plans that too.
- Implant Placement: Dr. Sharobiem places the implant post. The patient heals over three to six months while the implant fuses with the bone.
- Restoration: Once healing is complete, Dr. Naguib attaches the abutment and the custom crown. The crown matches the patient’s natural teeth.
- Cosmetic Enhancement: The patient also wanted whiter teeth. Dr. Naguib provides professional whitening. The result is a complete smile that looks natural and functions perfectly.
All this happens in one office, with one team, and one coordinated plan.
Schedule Your Cosmetic Consultation Online
If your smile goals require surgery, you deserve a team that can handle everything in one place. Dr. Sharobiem and Dr. Naguib work together to give you the best possible result.
Call our East Palmdale office at (661) 231-7031 or our West Palmdale dental practice at (661) 605-3714, or request an appointment online.