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        Specialties

        Primary: Surgeon

        Sub-Specialty: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

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        General Info
        Dr. Berger was born in Montreal, Canada, where he earned both his bachelor and dental degrees from McGill University. After earning his dental degree, he spent an additional year in advanced dental training at the McGill Graduate School of Dentistry. He subsequently earned his medical degree at the University of Washington. After completing his degree, he entered the oral and maxillofacial surgery training program at the University of Washington, where he completed general surgery and oral and maxillofacial training. He spent one year in Europe doing a fellowship at two major centers, one in Holland and one in Austria. He then returned to McGill University for an additional year of advanced training prior to coming to San Diego.Dr. Berger has lectured extensively in the United States and Canada on temporomandibular joint disorders, dental implantology and the surgical treatment of sleep disorders. He is past Chief of Maxillofacial Surgery at Childrens Hospital and Sharp Memorial Hospital and serves on the Orthodontic Advisory Committee for California Childrens Services. He is a faculty member of University of California, San Diego, Division of Plastic Surgery, and Secretary of the California Coalition of Cleft and Craniofacial Center.For his entire career, Dr. Berger has been at the forefront of his field. The following is a brief list of accomplishments that he has achieved in his career:First oral surgeon to perform corrective sleep apnea surgeryFirst oral surgeon to perform cosmetic facial surgery First oral surgeon to do nerve repair surgeriesFirst surgeon to employ botox in treating facial wrinklesDeveloper of resorbable plates and screws used in maxillofacial surgeryFirst oral surgeon to use distraction osteo-genesis for congenital deformitiesFirst oral maxillofacial surgeon to perform arthroscopic TMJ surgeryChief of Oral Surgery Maxillofacial at Sharp HospitalChief of Dental Oral Surgery, Rady Childrens Hospital
        Extra Phones

        Fax: (516) 877-4805

        Fax: (858) 292-9946

        Phone: (516) 877-4816

        Payment method
        amex, discover, master card, visa, cash, check
        Languages
        Spanish, Tagalog
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        Joel S Berger DDS MD A CA Pro

        Other Link

        https://sdoms.net

        Categories
        Physicians & Surgeons, Oral Surgery, Dentists, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Physicians & Surgeons

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        R. D.

        01/22/2020

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        thank you for these almost real teeth

        everybody from Dr.Berger to staff are so accomodating and wonderful.Questions answered,always there for you

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        Anonymous

        04/18/2018

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        a positive recommendation

        it is the great people in Dr. Berger's office that make the difference.

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        Anonymous

        04/05/2018

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        Life Changing Surgery

        I went through double jaw surgery, bilateral jaw joint replacement and genioplasty for a severe overbite. Dr. Berger and his staff are truly talented. I am so grateful that I can breathe better and chew on both sides. I am so happy I went through with this surgery. I have all of the feeling in my face and my nerves have completely healed. My quality of life has improved dramatically. The surgery also improved my side profile and appearance.

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        Anonymous

        03/16/2018

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        dr berger

        excellent dental work, will recommend his work to my friends, Office staff also very helpful.

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        Matt C.

        02/02/2018

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        I feel so fortunate to be able to have the incredible team of Dr.Berger and his staff rebuilding my

        Coming into Dr Berger's office to get a complete facial rebuild including prosthetic jaw joint, 6 separate bone grafts, cutting and relocating mandible , removing previous plates and screws, 20 tooth implants, cosmetic relocating of my ear post jaw implant and more that I cant recall.......
        The road getting to Dr Berger's was treacherous. Once finally here I felt home, I had landed where I needed to be,
        completely comfortable and confident. Simply , in the hands of the very BEST !

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        Stan E.

        01/26/2018

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        ONE GREAT DOCTOR!!!

        I have very high and exacting standards and was amazed and astonished when Dr. Berger not only met them, but exceeded them. He cares, take all the needed time and most importantly, explains everything he will doing which to me, is extremely important. I am not one to write reviews, but when someone can provide great care to others, the word needs to get out. Thanks for reading. Stan Eyler

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        Carrie L.

        01/16/2018

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        fabulous! beyond measure! so greatful to all at Dr. Berger's.

        I had a surgery that was pretty profound. 5 of my upper teeth including one in the front were gone due to pulling or accident. I was confidant i chose the right man for the job. Dr. Berger is very good at everything even the very tiniest detail. Surgery was a breeze plus he placed a gum graph from my mouth to the front, making it look so fabulous in my mouth. I did not have any pain-ever. 3 cheers for Dr. Berger! i feel fantastic!

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        Anonymous

        01/16/2018

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        doc olin

        thanks you DR for making me feel calm and comfortable answering any questions i had. you saved me ! thx

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        Robbie N.

        01/16/2018

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        Dr. Olin

        He did surgery on my eye to correct a previous surgery done in Nashville TN due to an auto accident. Very good experience. Enjoyed his professionalism tremendously.

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        Marta B.

        01/16/2018

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        I love dr. Berger!

        I have had a great experience with dr. Berger starting from the first visit, through three surgeries and all the follow up visits. I would definetely recommend dr. Berger.

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        Details

        Phone: (858) 292-5175

        Address: 8008 Frost St Ste 311, San Diego, CA 92123

        Website: https://sdoms.net

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