Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho Reviews
4.9 out of 5 stars based on 1,344 reviews on Google.
Kiondra Carpio · 5 out of 5 stars · 3 months ago
I was super nervous to get my wisdom teeth out because this was my first surgical procedure ever. Everything went super smooth and fast! Staff was very informative and friendly while still being professional. They made it easy for me to put my trust into them and reassured me I was in good hands. I felt really good within hours after my surgery and they sent me home with a care package that covered all my needs and gave me all the post-op information I needed. If I had to do it all over again I would 10/10 come back!
Ivy Almanza · 1 out of 5 stars · 3 months ago
Took 2 of my daughters to have wisdom teeth removed, my youngest daughter having severe anxiety due to traumatic childhood dental experience, and she had gotten injured the day prior. The dentist (Baker) had no compassion or empathy for her anxiety, made the situation worse. We requested to speak to the “doctor” beforehand to try and ease her mind about the head injury she got the day prior, he never spoke to us, didn’t introduce himself when he first walked into the room, and made it very clear that if we didn’t get the work done he would no longer see us and wished us luck finding another oral surgeon as he is the only oral surgeon in the state of Idaho, after he grabbed my daughters arm twice to force the procedure instead of calming the situation. Anyone in the medical field should show compassion and/or help calm a patient with severe anxiety which was expressed in paperwork and in person. I am very much ok with driving my kids the extra mile for any other services as long as we are treating properly.
Carly J · 5 out of 5 stars · 3 months ago
If I could give 10 stars, I would! From the first phone call it was excellent! It can be a stressful situation & they did such a great job at explaining everything & calming any nerves. They add the personal touch that you don’t get everywhere. The front desk, our assistant, & Dr. Jepsen were fantastic. They are so friendly & put all your nerves at ease! They know what they are doing & it’s obvious as they take care of you. The after care was amazing too! Checking on you & ready to answer any questions. Everything is healing perfectly & that speaks volumes!! I would recommend them to everyone I know. 10/10!! 🙌🏼 Thank you!
Tara Kruitbosch · 5 out of 5 stars · 6 months ago
This place is great! My son needed emergency surgery and they got us in first thing in the morning. The office is beautiful with very friendly staff. Doctor Baker was very thorough and walked us through everything and was very good with my 3 year old. We were in and out within 30 mins. I would recommend Oral Surgery Specialist of Idaho- specifically Dr. Baker to everybody.
Chazell M Derrick · 5 out of 5 stars · 6 months ago
Dr Baker and his staff are amazing! My daughter was a bit nervous to have her wisdom teeth pulled, they made it a great experience! Explained everything to us and made her feel so comfortable. Definitely glad we chose their office.
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About Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho
Oral Surgery Specialists of Idaho, located at 165 N 14th Ave in Pocatello, has been serving southeast Idaho since the practice was founded in 1949 by Dr. Bland Weaver Sutton, one of the first oral surgeons in the state. Today the practice offers a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including dental implant placement, wisdom teeth removal, tooth extractions, implant-supported dentures and bridges, bone and soft tissue grafting, TMJ treatment, and reconstructive and corrective jaw surgery. Patients are seen at offices in Pocatello and Blackfoot, and the team also offers sedation options, including in-office IV sedation and, in some cases, general anesthesia, for patients who feel anxious about their procedure.
For patients considering dental implants, the practice describes implants as a stable and permanent solution for missing and damaged teeth, and the surgeons also provide full-arch restoration, an implant-supported denture option for replacing an entire arch of teeth. The consultation process includes a discussion of the treatment plan, diagnostic imaging using cone beam CT 3D scanning, and guidance on what to expect before, during, and after surgery. The practice emphasizes patient-centered, compassionate care from the initial visit through recovery, supported by a team that includes practice coordinators, surgical assistants, and financial and administrative staff.
Meet the Doctors
The practice's clinical team includes Mark E. Baker, DDS, a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who graduated with honor from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry and completed his residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at St. John's Mercy Medical Center in St. Louis, and Shawn A. Jepsen, DMD, who graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and completed residencies at Tripler Army Medical Center and Madigan Army Medical Center. Both doctors are described as board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons who perform the full scope of oral surgery services, including dental implant surgery, at the practice's Pocatello and Blackfoot locations.
