Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

David Best, DDS, MD

Assistant Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

David Best, DDS, MD, is an attending surgeon in the Department of Plastic & Oral Surgery at Boston Children's Hospital, specializing in pediatric cleft and craniomaxillofacial surgery. He primarily treats children with congenital craniofacial anomalies, including cleft lip and palate, as well as complex maxillofacial deformities requiring reconstructive procedures. His expertise encompasses diagnosis and surgical management of conditions such as oral lichen planus, for which he earned the Da

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Michigan (MD)
Dental School: University of Michigan (DDS)
Residency: University of Michigan (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
Fellowship: SUNY Buffalo and John R. Oishei Children's Hospital (Pediatric Cleft and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery)
Undergraduate: Loyola University Chicago (B.S. in Biology)

Years in Practice

6+ years

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Maxillofacial Trauma

Conditions & Treatments

Cleft Lip & PalateCraniofacial Surgery

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

University of Michigan Health
Boston Children's Hospital
Harvard School of Dental Medicine

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Best treats

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Best accept Aetna insurance?

David Best's public profile lists Aetna, Ameritas, and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 22 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Best practice?

David Best practices in Boston, MA with hospital affiliations including University of Michigan Health, Boston Children's Hospital, and Harvard School of Dental Medicine.

What does Dr. Best specialize in?

David Best is a board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist with focus areas in Maxillofacial Trauma.

How long has Dr. Best been practicing?

David Best has 6+ years of clinical experience in oral & maxillofacial surgery.

What is Dr. Best's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Michigan (MD); Dental School: University of Michigan (DDS); Residency: University of Michigan (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery).