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Dr. James J Wu DDS, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Dr. James J Wu DDS

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

5/5(2)
1201 Main Street Tewksbury MA, 01876
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Practice Philosophy

Traditional Medicine

Rating

5/5

About

Dr. Wu is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in both the US and Canada. As a leader in his field, Dr. Wu also achieved board certification with the American Board of Oral Implantology and the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine. He is the first full Graduate and Recognized Specialist in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with the nationally and internationally recognized Kois Center for Advancing Dentistry through Science. He is currently a Mentor and the Scientific Advisor in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for the Kois Center. Dr. Wu performs a broad scope of treatment within his specialty and has a particular interest in complex dental implant treatment including bone grafting and Same Day Teeth, restoring patients to improved function and esthetics. Since 1998, Dr. Wu has placed close to 6,000 dental implants working with multiple restorative dentists in the Merrimack Valley and the Greater Boston area. Dr. Wu was the surgical specialist on the team that completed the first Smile Today DIEM2® full arch prosthesis in the Merrimack Valley made of the innovative Zirkonzahn® zirconia material. In addition to private practice, Dr. Wu maintains a teaching position at Boston University as a Clinical Assistant Professor and staff surgeon at Boston Medical Center. He teaches resident doctors the most up to date non-surgical treatments as the Director of the Facial Cosmetic Clinic, Boston University Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery specialty training program. Dr. Wu is also the surgical specialist consultant for ReNEW Dental in Tewksbury, MA. ReNEW Dental is a fully digital Denture and Dental Implant Center focused on providing simple to complex full service treatments all in one location. 

Education and Training

Boston University Specialty Certificate 1997

Queens University B.Sc. 1988

University of Toronto School of Dentistry D.D.S. 1992

Board Certification

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

American Board of Oral Implantology

National Dental Board of Anesthesiology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 32 years of experience
Dr. James J Wu DDS
Dr. James J Wu DDS's Expert Contributions
  • What should I do after a bone graft?

    In order to optimize graft healing, the graft material should not be disturbed from chewing force and the site must remain infection free. This will typically mean that the dentist will require that you not chew directly over the site for the duration of the bone graft healing and (s)he will likely require you to use an antibiotic and perhaps an antiseptic mouth rinse initially for the first week of healing. Depending on the grafting method, graft healing time is variable. It can be as quick as 4 months and sometimes up to 9 months. READ MORE

  • When can you eat normally after jaw surgery?

    If you mean orthognathic jaw surgery, current surgical techniques will use plates and screws to set your jaws in their new position. It will take about 12 weeks for the bone to heal in their new positions so although you should be able to open and close your mouth after surgery, most surgeons will limit your diet initially to liquids and purees and then advance to soft solids after 6 weeks and then finally to firmer foods at 12 weeks. This is to allow the bone a chance to heal without placing to much force on the bone which may create poor healing. READ MORE

  • Do I need antibiotics after a bone graft?

    Do I need antibiotics after a bone graft? In my opinion, not every bone graft requires management with an antibiotic afterwards, especially in an otherwise healthy patient. The size of the graft and the technique employed has more to do with risk of infection than having the graft itself. There is also a downside to taking antibiotics when not absolutely necessary. If the risk of infection from the treatment is low, the adverse effects with taking an antibiotic would be disruption of your G.I microbiome and the creation of resistant bacteria. Antibiotic use should be considered judiciously, and if given prophylactically, it should be in a higher risk situation to help a patients immune system prevent a post treatment infection. Sincerely, James J Wu, DDS, FRCD(C) Clinical Assistant Professor Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Boston University School of Dental Medicine Mentor and Scientific Advisor Kois Center, Seattle, WA Consultant and Trainer ReNEW Dental, Tewksbury, MA READ MORE

  • Can you get implants if you have bone loss?

    This depends on the kind of bone loss you have and the cause. Dental implant treatment needs to be considered with caution if you have bone loss from active gum disease. The bacteria that causes gum disease and bone loss can also damage your investment in implant teeth. READ MORE

  • What anesthesia is done for bone graft?

    Novacain anesthesia is very reasonable for all dental treatments, including bone grafting and dental implants. More anesthesia like nitrous oxide and IV anesthesia is only needed for those that are very nervous about having the treatment. READ MORE

  • Can you get a temporary crown on an implant?

    A temporary crown can b e placed on an implant immediately after placement only if the implant goes in with enough initial stability in the bone. If the implant is not stable enough, putting a crown on it puts the implant at risk for not taking to the bone. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Oral rehabilitation with dental implant replacement teethTMJ/TMD and facial painSleep disordered breathing / sleep apnea

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Clinical Assistant Professor Boston University School of Dental Medicine 1997 - Present

Treatments

  • Dental Implants
  • Wisdom Teeth
  • Facial Trauma
  • Cosmetic Facial Surgery

Professional Memberships

  • Board certified, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine  
  • Board Certified American Board of Oral Implantology 
  • Board Certified National Dental Board of Anesthesiology 
  • Board Certified Royal College of Dentists (Canada) 

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Annual missions trips 2012-present, Moldova (Eastern Europe), Guatemala (Central America)

Dr. James J Wu DDS's Practice location

James J. Wu, DDS, FRCD(C)

1201 Main Street -
Tewksbury, MA 01876
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https://www.dentalimplantstewksburyma.com

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Patient Experience with Dr. Wu


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Dr. James J Wu DDS has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.
  • Elizabeth c.
    (5)

    My experience was absolutely wonderful, staff is excellent.

  • Anonymous
    (5)

    great experience from the beginning to end I love my new teeth..

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