Wendy Liao DDS, is board certified in oral & maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Liao is a member of both the American and California Associations of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons and has been published in the Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
Dr. Liao is a long-time Bay Area resident, growing up in Danville before attending the University of California, Berkeley where she received B.A. degrees in music and biology. She attended dental school at the University of California, Los Angeles. Upon graduation, she returned to the Bay Area and started her residency in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Highland General Hospital of Alameda County Medical Center in Oakland. She completed her residency and received her Certificate of Specialty in 2008.
Following up her years of hospital training, Dr. Liao went on to work for a number of years in private practice before founding Parkside Oral Surgery & Implant Center in 2011. Her practice focuses on dentoalveolar surgeries, oral pathology and dental implant surgeries.
Dr. Liao is on staff at Highland General Hospital of Alameda County Medical Center. Highland Hospital is a trauma center with large patient care capacity. As a hospital staff surgeon, she performs operations on patients who have experienced facial trauma from motor vehicle accidents, pathogens or violence. In addition to her surgical duties, Dr. Liao is a Surgical Attending & Clinical Professor, giving her the opportunity to work with and teach students and residents. Dividing her professional time between the practice and hospital work, Dr. Liao finds that the balance of the two settings keeps her on the leading edge of developments in oral and maxillofacial surgery, treatments and technologies.
Currently, Dr. Liao lives in Oakland with her family. If and when she does have free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, and simply enjoying the quiet moments in life. Dr. Liao looks forward to meeting each of you and getting to know you better both personally and professionally. She hopes to be able to serve you all to the high standards you expect.
Dr. Coffey grew up in New York States beautiful Hudson Valley. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Economics from The College of the Holy Cross in Massachusetts and then attended Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. At Columbia, she was recognized as a Macy Scholar and was active in clinical research involving dental anxiety, fear and phobia. She then completed her residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York City where she served as Chief Resident. Her training encompassed full scope oral and maxillofacial surgery with an emphasis on dentoalveolar surgery, implantology, corrective jaw surgery, oral pathology, maxillofacial trauma, intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. She is published in multiple dental journals and is dual-licensed to practice in New Jersey and California.
In her clinical practice, Dr. Coffey focuses on wisdom tooth extractions, implant surgery, bone grafting and maxillofacial pathology. Her vision is to create a trusting and comfortable space for her patients through educational dialogue, individualized treatment plans, and compassionate and uncompromising care.
Outside of the office, Dr. Coffey is passionate about food, health and wellbeing. She enjoys hiking the California coast, wine tasting in Sonoma, exploring the many cuisines of the Bay Area, and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 39 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestTamae Radke
a year ago
Dr. Liao and Dr. Karwowska were very caring and proficient! The front office staffs were fast and friendly. Yo-yo, the assistant was friendly and very good with CBCT SCAN. Can't thank them enough
Janet Beatty
a year ago
Very friendly staff, accommodating to my disability. I had two pins put in place for two dental implants. I received very clear instructions dealing with the pins and the three month follow up before my dentist completes the process with the crowns. I highly recommend Parkside Oral Surgery and Implant Center.
Mia
a year ago
Had an amazing experience with wisdom teeth removal surgery at Parkside! All of the staff were very personable and had a great bedside manner pre- and post-op. They took great care of me and gave me clear instructions on how to care for myself during recovery. Would definitely recommend!
Vince Young
a year ago
Quality and excellent service.
Dickson Cheung
a year ago
Doctor Liao and staff are friendly and professional.
nellapalli subramanian
2 years ago
Very courteous and prompt service. Staff Took time to explain the procedure to be performed for tooth removal and the follow up that would be needed. Felt comfortable with the explanations by the Doctor and her staff.
Thomas Echaniz
2 years ago
Wendy Lial is a master oral surgeon. Her attention to detail and focus on precision is why I will always go to her. And she is quite a nice person to boot!
Gb Gb
2 years ago
Had previous traumatizing experience with a dentist from a hospital, and was more then scared for my procedure, but the assistant and doctor took there time and explained the process, talked me through the procedure and actually made my experience easier one by keeping me informed on the progress and what to expect and being considerate of my previous bad experience. The assistant really was amazing with the before, during, and after care of the procedure. The healing process, pain, and procedure was way better then I could expect. Great patient care, great dentist, and great team!
A R
2 years ago
Parkside Oral Surgery & Implant Center is a great place. The staff and the surgeon are very friendly and professional the office environment is clean and safe. I definitely would recommend POS&IC to friends and family.
Chere Douglas
2 years ago
The team at Parkside Oral Surgery is fantastic! Very thoughtful, excellent care, and amazing follow up. So grateful to have them on our team and for them to be so close by, right by Santa Clara and Broadway in Alameda.
Eric & Geraldine
2 years ago
Dr. Liao is a very skilled and knowledgeable oral surgeon. We know that our kids were in good hands when we sent them there for wisdom teeth extraction. Also, we heard many positive feedbacks from the patients we sent to her. Thank you for taking such good care of them.
Sarah Olaes
2 years ago
Drs Liao and Parfitt are wonderful. Their staff are also great. Our son had his 4 wisdom teeth out. Their pre and post procedure care was perfect. I would highly recommend Parkside Oral Surgery.
Vanessa Song
2 years ago
Amazing dental group! Highly Recommend!
Rufus Bunch
2 years ago
I have had two perfect implants put in by Dr. Parfitt at Parkside Oral Surgery. Dr. Parfitt and the staff at Parkside are professional & pleasant, and the procedure is quick and painless; at least it was for me! I give Parkside my highest recommendation.
Karl Dandenell
2 years ago
Excellent communication from the staff, including instructions for follow-up care. Meds were ordered in advance as promised and the surgery went well. Just wished they didn't have such strong air fresheners/perfume in the bathroom.
Enrique C
2 years ago
Looking to get your wisdom teeth pulled? Look no further, after having headaches for months I finally realized it was time for them to go. The staff are very attentive and super friendly. Making an appointment was a breeze and the surgery went well. I was walked through the process of how everything was about to go down making me feel very comfortable. Thank you Doc
Erwan Illian
2 years ago
Dr. Liao and her staff did an excellent job removing 2 of my teeth. I was somewhat apprehensive before hand, but this procedure, after being put at ease by her pleasant and kind approach, ended up being in fact rather painless. Excellent service.
Bryon Colbert
2 years ago
Fantastic service. Will be returning for any other oral surgery needs.
Jeff Cox
2 years ago
My Doctor referred me to Dr Parfitt to have a tooth removed and possibly start the process for an implant. The front and the back office staff is amazing. Dr Parfitt is amazing. His approach and bedside manner is the best.He explained what to expect during and after the extraction. He extracted my tooth and explained everything he was doing during the removal. No pain what so ever. I highly recommend this practice and Dr Parfitt. Thanks for making me feel comfortable.
Jeff Cox
3 years ago
My Doctor referred me to Dr Parfitt to have a tooth removed and possibly start the process for an implant. The front and the back office staff is amazing. Dr Parfitt is amazing. His approach and bedside manner is the best.He explained what to expect during and after the extraction. He extracted my tooth and explained everything he was doing during the removal. No pain what so ever. I highly recommend this practice and Dr Parfitt. Thanks for making me feel comfortable.
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