Dr. Alan H. Singer, DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
5530 Wisconsin Ave Suite 930 Chevy Chase MD, 20815About
Alan H. Singer, DDS, OMFS, FACD, FICD, is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who diagnoses and treats patients at his private practice in Chevy Chase, MD, which he established din 1981. Trained in facial reconstruction, maxillofacial pathology, TMJ treatment, and orthognathic surgery, Dr. Singer specializes in implant surgery and dental alveolar surgery (extractions, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting). As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, he has dedicated training and unique experience in surgery of the face, mouth, and jaws. His professional journey spans forty years. A Fellow of the American College of Dentists and a Fellow of the International College of Dentists, Dr. Singer has been teaching at Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington, DC, since 1981. For the past forty years, he has been actively delivering free oral surgery to the Spanish Catholic Center, the N Street Village, and the Hebrew Home in Rockville, MD. Furthermore, he has provided free care to survivors of the Holocaust and impoverished elementary school children in the DC metro area.
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Diagnosis Demystified | Understanding Bone Grafting | Alan H. Singer, DDS
What is Bone Grafting?Bone grafting, a surgical marvel, plays a pivotal role in the restoration and rebuilding of bones. Its significance extends to rejuvenating facial structures and providing crucial support for dental implants.Why Bone Grafting?Bone grafting is a procedure vital for combating...
Patient Education Series | Understanding Orthognathic Surgery | Alan H. Singer, DDS
Understanding Orthognathic SurgeryOrthognathic surgery, often referred to as jaw surgery, is a corrective procedure aimed at rectifying misalignments in the jaw. This surgery not only promotes better oral health but also contributes to improved facial symmetry.Assessing the Need for SurgeryBefore...
Patient Education Series | Understanding TMJ Treatments | Alan H. Singer, DDS
Understanding TMJ TreatmentsTemporomandibular joint disorder, commonly known as TMJ, is a condition that affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, causing pain and discomfort. If you are experiencing symptoms such as jaw pain, difficulty in opening or closing your mouth, clicking or popping...
Spotlight Video | Kids & Cavities | Alan H. Singer, DDS
Alan H. Singer, DDS, is an Established Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon at his private practice in Chevy Chase, MD.Dr. Alan Singer is a certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon who treats patients at his private practice in Chevy Chase, MD. He specializes in the reconstruction of the face and...
Can you get an implant without a bone graft?
Maybe but you need a CB CT scan to measure the height & width of the bone to determine if there is enough bone present for an implant.Alan Singer, DDS READ MORE
How long does it take to pull a front tooth?
15 minutes to a half hour READ MORE
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Instructor Howard University College of Dentistry in Washington, DC 1981 - Present
Awards
- District of Columbia Dental Society’s Highest Award Year
- ”The Sterling V. Mead Award” Year
- ”Avodah Award” Year Washington Hebrew Congregation
- “Dean’s Award” Year Howard University College of Dentistry
- “John Turner Award” Year Howard University College of Dentistry
- “Israel (Sonny) Shulman Award" Year Maimonides Dental Society
Professional Memberships
- American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
- American Dental Association
- District of Columbia Dental Society
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- American Society of Osseointegration
- Pan American Medical Society
- Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity
- Academy Dentistry International
- American Society of Clinical Hypnosis
- Maimonides Dental Society
- Washington Dental Study Club
- Capital Dental Study Club
- Diagnostics Unlimited Study Club
- Fellow of the American College of Dentists
- Fellow of the International College of Dentists
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- For the past forty years, he has been actively delivering free oral surgery to the Spanish Catholic Center, the N Street Village, and the Hebrew Home in Rockville, MD. Furthermore, he has provided fr
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Dental Association, District of Columbia Dental Society, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, American Society of Osseointegration, Pan American Medical Society,
What do you attribute your success to?
- Treating people the way he would want to be treated.
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Get to know Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Dr. Alan H. Singer, who serves patients in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
Treating people the way he would want to be treated, Dr. Singer is a certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon specializing in reconstruction of the face and mouth. Since 1981, he has been practicing a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective jaw surgery to wisdom tooth removal at his private practice in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
He has been extensively trained in maxillofacial pathology, facial reconstruction, orthognathic (jaw) surgery, & TMJ treatment. He also has special interest in dental alveolar surgery, including wisdom teeth removal, extractions, bone grafting, & dental implant surgery.
Having grown up in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Singer graduated from Brooklyn College. He began his dental training in Washington, D.C. and graduated at the top of his class at Howard University College of Dentistry. He completed his residency in oral & maxillofacial surgery at Howard University College of Dentistry, the Washington, DC VA Medical Center, and DC General Hospital, where he also served as chief resident in his last year.
In good standing with a number of professional dental organizations, he is a member of the American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Dental Association, the District of Columbia Dental Society, the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, the American Society of Osseointegration, the Pan American Medical Society, the Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity, the Academy Dentistry International, the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis, the Maimonides Dental Society, the Washington Dental Study Club, the Capital Dental Study Club, and the Diagnostics Unlimited Study Club. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Dentists and a Fellow of the International College of Dentists.
A past president of the District of Columbia Dental Society, it is there that Dr. Singer also served as a delegate to the American Dental Association for 14 years. He has taught at his alma mater Howard University College of Dentistry since 1981, and served as the liaison to Howard University College of Dentistry and the District of Columbia Elementary Schools for “Give Kids a Smile” day for 12 years.
Oral and maxillofacial surgery specializes in surgery of the face, mouth, and jaws. It is an internationally recognized surgical specialty. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are dental specialists who treat conditions, defects, injuries, and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws, and face. Their training involves a four-year graduate degree in dentistry and the completion of a minimum four-year hospital surgical residency program.
Since 1981, Dr. Singer has been providing free oral surgery to numerous groups, including the N Street Village, the Spanish Catholic Center, and the Hebrew Home in Rockville. He has also provided free care to impoverished elementary school children and survivors of the Holocaust in the DC metro area.
Among his most notable achievements include: Howard University College of Dentistry’s “Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award”; District of Columbia Dental Society’s Highest Award, ” the Sterling V. Mead Award”; Washington Hebrew Congregation’s ”Avodah Award” for community service; Howard University College of Dentistry’s “Dean’s Award”; Howard University College of Dentistry’s “John Turner Award”; and the Maimonides Dental Society’s “Israel (Sonny) Shulman Award.
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