Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

David Powers, MD, DMD

Professor of Surgery; Director, Craniomaxillofacial Trauma Program

David B. Powers, MD, DMD, FACS, is a professor of surgery in the Division of Plastic, Maxillofacial, and Oral Surgery at Duke University Medical Center, with secondary appointments in neurosurgery and head and neck surgery & communication sciences. He directs the Craniomaxillofacial Trauma Program and the Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship. Powers specializes in treating facial trauma, jaw surgery, facial reanimation surgery, **obstructive sleep apnea su

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center–San Antonio School of Medicine (MD, 2000)
Dental School: University of Kentucky College of Dentistry (DMD, 1990)
Internship: Wilford Hall US Air Force Medical Center (General Surgery, 2001)
Residency: Wilford Hall US Air Force Medical Center (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2002)

Years in Practice

25+ years

Peer Recognition

ACS — Fellow (FACS)
2026

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Dentoalveolar Surgery

Conditions & Treatments

Facial Trauma and Fracture ManagementSleep Apnea

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Duke University Hospital
Duke University Medical Center

Languages

English[1]

Conditions Dr. Powers treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Powers accept Aetna insurance?

David Powers's public profile lists Aetna, Ambetter, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 2 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Powers practice?

David Powers practices in Durham, NC with hospital affiliations including Duke University Hospital and Duke University Medical Center.

What does Dr. Powers specialize in?

David Powers is a board-certified oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist with focus areas in Dentoalveolar Surgery.

How long has Dr. Powers been practicing?

David Powers has 26+ years of clinical experience in oral & maxillofacial surgery.

What is Dr. Powers's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center–San Antonio School of Medicine (MD, 2000); Dental School: University of Kentucky College of Dentistry (DMD, 1990); Internship: Wilford Hall US Air Force Medical Center (General Surgery, 2001).