Dr. Paul R. Farrell, DMD

Oral surgery isn’t the kind of thing most people plan for—until they need it. When wisdom teeth start acting up or dental implants become the only viable option, having a specialist who handles extractions, jaw realignments, and reconstructive procedures makes the difference between a smooth process and a drawn-out ordeal. Complex cases often require more than a general dentist can offer, which is where focused surgical expertise comes in.

The office at 517 E Lancaster Ave in Shillington sits along a stretch of Lancaster Avenue that’s seen its share of medical practices over the years. This isn’t a high-traffic retail corridor; it’s a quieter pocket where professionals tend to cluster, which means parking and access are usually less of a headache than in busier parts of town. Oral surgery might not be anyone’s idea of a pleasant outing, but the location at least spares patients the chaos of downtown.

People often assume oral surgeons only deal with wisdom teeth, but the scope runs wider—bone grafts, corrective jaw surgery, even treatment for facial trauma fall under this umbrella. Some arrive via referral after a dentist spots something beyond their scope; others come in already knowing they’ll need surgical intervention. Either way, the goal is the same: resolve the issue with as little disruption as possible.

Questions about procedures or post-op care? The number to reach them is (610) 777-7646. For those mapping it out, the directions place the office just east of the Shillington borough line, where Lancaster Avenue cuts through a mix of residential and professional spaces.