Oral and maxillofacial surgery requires additional years of hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training after graduation from dental school. As oral and maxillofacial surgeons, Dr. Smith, Dr. Lignelli, II, Dr. Ward, and Dr. Roland manage a wide variety of problems relating to the mouth, teeth and facial regions. Dr. Lignelli, Dr. Smith, Dr. Lignelli, II, and Dr. Ward practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implant surgery and wisdom tooth removal to corrective jaw and temporomandibular joint surgery. This also includes techniques designed to rebuild bone structure with minimal surgical intervention and optimal patient comfort. We can also diagnose and treat facial pain, facial injuries, fractures, and various types of head and neck pathology.
The surgical staff at Pottstown Oral Surgery are experienced, certified oral and maxillofacial surgical assistants, who assist in administration of IV sedation and surgery. We also have a trained registered nurse (RN) to assist in the delivery of all general anesthetics. All staff are informed administrative personnel, well-versed in health and insurance policies, and are CPR certified.
Pottstown Oral Surgery proudly provides dental implant surgery, wisdown teeth surgery, and other oral surgery services to Pottstown, Boyertown, Gilbertsville, Limerick, Collegeville, Royersford, Spring City, Skippack, Schwenksville, Oley, Oaks, Pennsburg, Phoenixville, Douglassville, Stowe, Philadelphia, Allentown, Pottsgrove, Red Hill, Green Lane, Trappe, King of Prussia, Plymouth Meeting, Audubon, Trooper, Montgomery County, Berks County, Chester County, Bucks County. View all locations we serve.
Memberships:Pennsylvania Dental Association, American Dental Association, Diplomat of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Pennsylvania Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Academy of Osseointegration, Delaware Valley Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Delaware Valley Academy of Osseointegration, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Montgomery-Bucks Dental Society
Positions Held:Chairman of Department of Surgery - Pottstown Memorial Medical Center, President of Medical Staff - Pottstown Memorial Medical Center, President of Delaware Valley Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Executive Committee - Montgomery-Bucks Dental Society, Examiner for American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery
Dr. John Louis Lignelli, II DMD was born in Pottstown, PA. He attended The University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH and following graduation he attended Temple University School of Dentistry. After earning his DMD degree, Dr. Lignelli completed a residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Dr Lignelli then entered into private practice in July of 2007. He is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Memberships:Pennsylvania Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, American College of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Delaware Valley Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Reviews
Rating 4.0 out of 5 based on 63 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestSusanne S
a year ago
Dr. Smith met my daughter who has complex chronic conditions with such compassion and empathy. She felt heard and validated. She said she wished all doctors would be like him. We highly recommend him.
LTC Patriot
a year ago
Dr Lignelli is absolutely amazing! He treated my dad, removing multiple teeth. My dad did not use pain medication following his treatment and was very comfortable prior, during, and post-surgery. Without hesitation, I would highly recommend this practice for its friendly staff and highly skilled surgeons!!!!
Bruce Weidman
2 years ago
Love this practice - thought I was just coming for a consultation & they surprised by pulling the tooth - no need for second visit ! This is really a FIVE STAR practice - thank you Dr. Paul Smith !
Wanderlust
2 years ago
Still having to wear masks in building.
Stephanie Vaughan
2 years ago
We had a great experience here! The doctors and nurses were very nice and caring. My daughter had to have oral surgery, it was her first time going under anesthesia and they were so comforting to her, the nurse sang princess songs to her until she fell asleep. They gave her a little gift bucket afterwards with a stuffed puppy that really helped her. The recovery nurse was nice and caring and told us how to help her wake up and become more aware again. We saw Dr. Ward and he was very good! He called us the next day to see how my daughter was doing, which I thought was very sweet. He explained everything to us and was open to us asking any questions we had. I recommend this practice!
AbigailionVlogs
2 years ago
I am absolutely disgusted at how I was treated by the woman working here. Leading up to my surgery I had a lot of anxiety and was crying until they put me under. When I woke up I was crying and scared and the nurse repeatedly yelled in my face (2 inches from my face) while grabbing my body. She grabbed my arm so hard I have bruises from her fingers and am extremely traumatized. I told her she did not have permission or consent to touch me. DO NOT GO HERE. They gave no after care instructions and do not know what they are doing. My boyfriend had to grab this lady away from me multiple times and she refused to listen to him until we demanded a new nurse and even then she put up a fight. Will abuse you and claim it's protocol
I Aguilera
2 years ago
I had my wisdom removed here , honestly the best team ever nurses and doctors are nice and very professional, before the procedure they explain me the after surgery care and also after the procedure they explain me again.
Kimberly Adelberger
2 years ago
My 2 year old hit her head on the coffee table and had a large deep gash on her head, Pottstown ER referred us here. They were the MOST caring team and Dr. Roland got my daughter fixed up immediately. They were able to give a little laughing gas to relax her for the stitches, the er would have had to strap her down. The BEST possible experience in this situation. They also gave her a stuffed dog named wooffy whom she hasn't put down since. THANK YOU!
Z Grey
2 years ago
Absolutely amazing service and incredible staff. Very Professional. Dr Lignelli is an amazing Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon. So well educated. Amazing bed side manner. Did not feel any pain during and after procedure. Will use them again in the future.
shes ovrtime
2 years ago
I had high hopes from the majority reviews when going here. unfortunately my visit related more to all the 1stars. I had all four wisdom teeth extracted woke from the procedure in Excruciating PAIN! only to be told by the assistant nurse whomever she was suppose to be that I'm not........once in the recovery area I witnessed a very obvious pattern happening. The few other people of color came out in the exact same state as me. Not loopy or "out of it" blah blah blah but in TEARS FROM PAIN! And yes you guessed it by now the same can't be said for the YT ppl. and not to mention all the reviews complaining about the lack of after care instructions hit the nail in the coffin. TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE! DO NOT GO HERE! oh! and adequate pain meds? Well I'm In tears from non stop pain as I write this so you do that math.
Brianna
2 years ago
I had my wisdom teeth removed here yesterday and I had extreme anxiety coming in. The nurses and front desk ladies at the front were so nice and sweet and made me feel calmer once I went back into the room. Dr. Ward was also so nice. Surgery went smooth and everything was great! Thank you for making me feel more comfortable and will definitely be back in future if ever needed for my teeth.
Doc DoLo
2 years ago
Awful, would give 0 stars if possible. Dr Lignelli (sp) has no bedside manner what so ever. Was cold, condescending and made no effort to make my daughter (or us) feel comfortable. Made my daughter cry with his bluntness and rude demeanor. My poor kid is there, crying bc she was scared, and he hands her a box of tissues and did NOTHING to calm her worries or even make her feel comfortable. He never reviewed options to treat her- only jumped to the most involved and probably most expensive option. When I asked about other options- he curtly said "well, we are 5 minutes into a consult and look already tears." Are you kidding me?? His MA Grace was an absolute sweetheart and wad the only redeeming part of the visit. Would not send anyone to him. He needs a huge lesson in bedside manner.
Luis Miro
2 years ago
Amazing staff! From the young lady at the front desk, to Jordan, Linda; who by the way held my hand, to Dr. Roland, and even the person who squared away my bill at the end...great staff! I recommend Pottstown Oral Surgery for your extraction experience.
pamela pitt
2 years ago
I went in for a consultation about teeth that had to be removed in the future and told him that I had a tooth that was infected and it was bothering me so right there on the spot he numbed me up and removed the tooth that was bothering me. I couldn't believe I didn't have to wait or come back. He did it so quickly and painlessly I was impressed. The entire staff was very efficient and polite. They have all the modern equipment to make sure they do the surgeries quickly and safely. I have no fears about going back for the next appointment and having the rest of my work done. Thank you, Dr Rolan
sierra s
2 years ago
I got my wisdom teeth out recently, the surgery went fine but the after care was not explained AT ALL to me!!!! I was absolutely so confused what I was supposed to be doing. I was told not to put gauze in after the procedure & bled all the rest of that night, till I looked it up myself & read online that you're supposed to keep gauze in till the bleeding stops. Same thing with rinsing the mouth out, I was never told anything
Heather Gibson
2 years ago
Always polite . Very patient . Clean and helpful
Kathleen Sullivan
2 years ago
The doctors were extremely friendly and caring!! Highly recommend!!!
Dianny Betances
2 years ago
They are amazing people. Great Doctors I highly recommend it 100% and the other people they are excellent
Andrea Noll
2 years ago
I don't think the front desk has the proper training they need. Very unprofessional and disrespectful. Do not go here unless you want to waste your time.
Angela Ray
2 years ago
I only go when I absolutely have to. I had a tooth break the other night and now face is swollen the size of baseball. I thought they did emergency appointments she told me I don't have anything today or Monday I advises that's not going to help me now she said well I suggest you go to er or call another surgeon. This is not cool to me and I don't like how it was handled.
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