If you or a loved one is in need of more advanced dental care, like a tooth extraction or dental implant placement, the team at South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is ready to deliver the 5-star service you deserve and much more. Our team is led by four board-certified and experienced oral surgeons, meaning no matter the procedure, you can trust it will be comfortable and deliver stunning results. And of course, no matter what brings someone to our office, our goal is to make their time with us as relaxing and stress-free as possible. Read on below to learn why so many local dentists only trust us with their patients who have surgical needs!
Usually, its easy to plan for oral surgery, but in the case of a dental emergency, treatment just cant wait sometimes. Thats why South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is always available and on call 24 hours a day. No matter the time, a patient or referring dentist will be able to get in touch with one of our team members so our doctors can spring into action as quickly as possible, ensuring a patient is able to get exactly what they need in record time.
Our practice is truly unique due to having multiple oral surgeons under one roof, and our doctors take advantage of this every single day! Theyre able to easily collaborate with each other and have one another give their opinions on certain cases so each individual surgeon is able to formulate the absolute perfect treatment plan for each patient. Whenever you come to South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, you wont just benefit from one doctor, but the cumulative knowledge and experience of all four!
At South Florida Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, we make it easy for our patients to afford everything that they need. Were in-network with several major PPO dental insurance plans, and our friendly team is more than ready to answer any questions you might have. Well also file your claims on your behalf so we can make sure youre getting the most out of your benefits. With us, even paying for your treatment will be 100% painless!
Dr. Weinstein cant wait to welcome you or your loved one into our practice. His goal with each and every patient is to help them feel right at home and formulate the perfect treatment plan based on their unique situation. An Ivy League trained doctor, Dr. Weinstein is respected both in Florida and around the country, nothing makes him happier than a patient being surprised by how easy their treatment process was. To learn a little more about him, read on below.
A Connecticut native, Dr. Weinstein began his college education by attending Emory University in Atlanta. After finishing his undergrad, he went on to obtain his dental degree from the Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas. Once he finished his two-year general dentistry residency and fellowship, he began his four-year specialty training in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the Hospital of Saint Raphael/Yale University, where he was on the craniofacial team and treated complex dental cases such as cleft palates and those that involve various syndromes.
Eventually, he became board-certified in oral maxillofacial surgery as well as a Diplomate with the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology. Currently, he is also a member of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Dental Association, and hes a past president of the North Palm Beach Dental Society. These days, he is a highly sought lecturer in his field and has authored several papers which have been published in various national journals.
Dr. Thompsons first desired career was actually to be a fighter pilot but unfortunately, he just didnt have the good vision required to be in the front seat. From there, he shifted to the oral surgical field, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise. Today, hes cultivated a true passion for his work and interacting closely with patients in need in order to help them lead healthier, happier lives. He definitely loves what he does!
Dr. Thompson began his undergraduate education at the US Naval Academy before entering the University of Florida for his dental school training. After graduation, he went on to complete a four-year residency dedicated to oral and maxillofacial surgery at Shands Hospital. For his residency, he was part of the craniofacial team and trained at the renowned UF Center for Implant Dentistry. During this time, he received the Award for Oral Surgical Excellence.
In addition to being a Board-Certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, he is also a Diplomate of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology. He currently holds memberships in several other professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, and the Florida Association of Oral Surgery. He has co-authored several respected papers and lectures on numerous topics around the country, including post-traumatic oral reconstruction, mandibular tumor diagnosis and treatment. He is a past president of the North Palm Beach Dental Society and annually serves on the mock boards for oral surgery residents graduating from the University of Florida
Dr. Thompson and his wife Sarah have three children named Nik, Kit, and Pip. Whenever he isnt busy at the practice, his personal interests cover a wide spectrum. Fishing and spearfishing in the Bahamas and the Keys are a big passion for him; he regularly partakes in fishing tournaments several times each year. He also enjoys cooking BBQ with a smoker, coaching numerous sports teams for his children, working out (hes built his own gym), and woodworking (he builds cabinets and furniture in a home woodshop). He regularly participates in military veteran charity causes too, including walking across Greece with Navy Seals and wounded veterans in order to raise money for PTSD research.
Here's an interesting fact about Dr. Thompson: He was a professional bobsledder who competed in the Americas Cup Race and later participated in the 2014 Olympics Games as a team coach for Australia! After retiring from the Olympic circuit, he still races in master level championships. Hes also been a semipro football player, an avid lacrosse player, and a seasoned triathlete.