
Dr. Carlos H Letelier M.D.,D.M.D.,D.D.S.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon | Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
10115 W Twain Ave Suite 100 Las Vegas NV, 89147About
The Center for Oral Surgery of Las Vegas is happy to be your home when you’re looking for high-quality oral surgery in and around Las Vegas, NV. Through our many oral surgeries, such as dental implants and facial reconstruction surgery, we can provide you with a tailored plan that can treat any of your oral problems. Dr. Carlos Letelier, our expert Las Vegas Oral Surgeon, leads a great team of staff who provide all patients with the best experience possible while going through oral surgery, or other related procedures. About Dr. Carlos Letelier Dr. Carlos Letelier has a passion for dental and medical excellence that’s exemplified through his distinguished background and his education credentials. His dentistry studies began in Chile where he earned his DDS degree. He then went to Boston, where he enrolled in Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, graduating Summa Cum Laude with a DMD degree. After that, Dr. Letelier went on to complete his surgical residency and graduate from UCLA Medical School with both an MD and an OMFS degree. In addition to becoming board certified in both oral and maxillofacial and cosmetic surgery, Dr. Letelier has taught in the OMFS residency program at Fresno University Medical Center. His expertise covers a broad range of oral surgery, from wisdom tooth extraction and dental implants to facial and dental trauma. He is a trusted oral surgeon in Las Vegas, NV as he’s highly regarded for his treatment of patients with severe bone loss and missing teeth. Even today, Dr. Letelier continues to expand his knowledge by participating in specialty Dr. Carlos Letelier is an oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Letelier specializes in the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth and jaws. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Letelier is a unique dental specialist who can provide emergency medicine, perform general surgery and give anesthesia. These medical doctors are the only type of medical care specialist who can administer anesthesia, besides anesthesiologists. Typical procedures performed by Dr. Letelier are tooth extractions, especially wisdom teeth, dental implants and reconstructive surgery after an injury. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons can also perform dental work including placing dental implants. These surgeons might also deal with conditions of sleep apnea, oral cancers and more.
Education and Training
UCLA MD 1993
Tufts University DMD 1989
University of California 1993
Tufts University School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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Dr. Carlos H Letelier M.D.,D.M.D.,D.D.S.'s Expert Contributions
Wisdom Teeth
Why Are Wisdom Teeth Typically Removed?Our Las Vegas, NV oral surgery center strives to offer a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Carlos Letelier is a board-certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who manages a wide variety of problems related to the mouth, teeth, and facial...
My wisdom tooth hurts a lot. Is extraction the only option?
Most likely the tooth needs to be extracted. The area needs to be evaluated clinically and radiographically prior to making a final recommendation. READ MORE
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