Dental implants are the best and most common solution for replacing lost or failing teeth and they can last you a lifetime! Your safety and comfort is our highest priority which is why we offer a full range of anesthetic options including sedation! If you're ready for a beautiful, natural-looking smile, Hybrid Dentures are your long-term solution so you don't have worry about uncomfortable, painful, loose dentures or bad teeth anymore! We are experienced oral surgeons serving the Southern Maine community for nearly 40 years.
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We hold ourselves to a higher standard than any practice in the community. In 2006, OSA became the first and only OMS office in Northern New England to meet the rigorous standards of the Joint Commission by achieving accredited status. Like hospitals, we welcome unannounced inspections every three years that ensure our facility meets critical standards in several aspects of patient care and organizational safety. Our most recent inspection in 2018 found no areas for improvement, a rare feat for any facility.
OSA treats patients for a wide range of conditions in both office and hospital settings. These include dentoalveolar surgery (including wisdom teeth), dental and maxillofacial implants, pediatric oral surgery, orthognathic and reconstructive surgery, maxillofacial tumors, cleft lip and palate, major and minor bone grafting, snoring and sleep apnea, temporomandibular joint problems, and maxillofacial trauma.
Your teeth affect your whole body. When they're healthy, you're healthier too. A missing tooth can affect your bite, speech and eating choices. As you rely more on your remaining teeth, you increase the chance they will wear out prematurely, or be damaged or lost. You may also experience headaches and/or jaw pain.
Missing teeth over a period of time can cause your jaw bone to atrophy, or resorb. This often results in poor quality and quantity of bone suitable for the placement of dental implants as well as long term shifting of remaining teeth and changes to facial structure. Most patients, in these situations, are not candidates for dental implants.
Reviews (10)
K. Ry
Jun 09, 2022
I was incredibly nervous about a tooth extraction necessary for my orthodontic treatment plan. The staff here made me feeling very comfortable and reassured. The entire procedure was over in mere seconds with virtually no discomfort. I'm so relieved and appreciative of a great experience. I hope to never be here again (of course), but if I needed work I would 100% return.
Jim Burke
Apr 25, 2022
My original appointment and an urgent follow up were both scheduled quickly and I was seen within days of my request. The staff was friendly and informative to keep me completely updated on my procedures. The procedures themselves were almost completely painless (I felt only the initial shot of novocaine) during the procedure and there was little pain afterwards. I would gladly return for other work as needed and i recommend Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates highly.
Mary Fasulo
Apr 18, 2022
The staff was very kind and friendly at Oral & Maxillofacial Associates when I went there to have a tooth extracted. I was particularly grateful that I did not have a long wait before the actual extraction was performed. The assistants that attended me prior to the extraction were very attentive and answered any questions I had without hesitation. Dr. Lawler was great.
He put me at ease and assured me that the procedure would not be painful except for a tiny pinch as he inserted the Novocain. And that is exactly as it went. The tooth was extracted in less than a minute and after a few words of how to care for the extraction by Tracy, I was on my way home. I strongly recommend anyone who is in need of an extraction or any other type of surgery provided by this group to take advantage of their services.
He put me at ease and assured me that the procedure would not be painful except for a tiny pinch as he inserted the Novocain. And that is exactly as it went. The tooth was extracted in less than a minute and after a few words of how to care for the extraction by Tracy, I was on my way home. I strongly recommend anyone who is in need of an extraction or any other type of surgery provided by this group to take advantage of their services.
David Hamel
Apr 09, 2022
Dr. Jacobsen and his staff are amazing. Friendly and efficient receptionist. Competent and personable nursing/assistant staff. They got me right in for a fractured tooth and the doctor carefully explained the treatment plan and quickly worked to begin the extraction and implant process. I had my first implant here a couple of years ago and it worked out great. Many thanks to everyone there who helped me!
Dakotah Dugan
Apr 08, 2022
My ten year old was seen for oral surgery, and was nervous about anesthesia. The team was incredible and she felt safe and supported. We really appreciated the follow up call from her surgeon and the regular staff communication in the couple of days following her surgery. It was clear they wanted to make sure she was ok and that's a great feeling as a mom.
Nate Hunt
Mar 19, 2022
Erin Dulac
Mar 19, 2022
The entire staff were friendly and efficient! Dr MacCarthy is a presence and it is a good one. He does not use extra words, just right to the point. Professional and purposeful, we were only there for a surgery consult, but we are fully confident that the actual surgery will be just as practically performed. An overall excellent experience.
Max Benson
Feb 25, 2022
I have been to this practice 4 times and despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the service and customer experience has been quite exceptional. Dr. Zajkowski and his expert staff are highly skilled and very professional. The several procedures I have had were very quick and done with such high quality and precision, that I was truly impressed. A lot of people (including myself) are apprehensive about going to a Dentist or an Oral Surgeon.
The folks at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates do everything they can to make you feel comfortable and put your mind at ease. I cannot imagine ever going anywhere else for my oral surgery needs. DR
The folks at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates do everything they can to make you feel comfortable and put your mind at ease. I cannot imagine ever going anywhere else for my oral surgery needs. DR
Krystina Hendrix
Feb 18, 2022
Dr. Lawler was incredible! I had my wisdom teeth removed a few months ago and it was a great experience from start to finish! The office staff was awesome and made scheduling and paperwork quick and easy! Dr. Lawler was super nice and confident in what he was doing and he did such a great job I was up and about 3 days after surgery with little swelling and no pain! Definitely will recommend to anyone I know who's looking for an Oral Surgeon.
Curt Ball
Jan 04, 2022
A well-oiled pit crew could not have been faster. Every person on the OSA team was friendly and very efficient. Not rushed, just experienced and practiced in what they do, day after day. My wisdom tooth extraction (I'm 61) was pain free. From the initial check-in, billing and followup, service was exceptional. Last night, Dr. MacCarthy even called me just to see how I was doing.
Several years ago, I had a wisdom tooth removed by another firm and it was a much different experience, so I entered with some trepidation. However, these folks were great. Thank you.
Several years ago, I had a wisdom tooth removed by another firm and it was a much different experience, so I entered with some trepidation. However, these folks were great. Thank you.
