Matthew E. Simmons, D.D.S.

Oral surgery occupies a distinct space in dental care, bridging routine checkups and complex medical procedures. While general dentists handle fillings and cleanings, Matthew E. Simmons, D.D.S. specializes in the surgical side—wisdom tooth removals, dental implants, and corrective jaw procedures. These aren’t the quick in-and-out appointments of a family dentist but interventions that often require deeper anesthesia, precise planning, and a recovery timeline. The distinction matters for patients weighing whether their issue needs a specialist or a general practitioner.

The practice operates at 316 W 23rd St, Erie, PA 16502, a stretch of the city where residential blocks meet professional offices. This part of Erie avoids the tourist traffic of the bayfront but remains central enough for patients coming from Millcreek or Harborcreek Township. Parking in the area follows the usual urban rules: street spots fill early, and side streets often hold the best luck. Unlike chain dental clinics, the address doesn’t shout its purpose—no oversized signs, just a standard storefront in a neighborhood where brick facades and mature trees set the tone.

Booking a consultation here means bypassing the referral limbo that sometimes delays surgical care. Patients call (814) 453-4491 to schedule, whether they’re dealing with impacted molars, reconstructive needs after trauma, or pre-prosthetic preparations like bone grafting. The phone line cuts through the back-and-forth that can happen when general dentists and surgeons coordinate; it’s a direct channel for questions about sedation options, post-op protocols, or insurance coordination. No middleman, no guesswork about who to ask for what.

First-time visitors can map the route via directions here, though locals know 23rd Street as one of those roads that’s easier to navigate after the first trip. The office sits just west of the intersection with Sassafras, where the grid starts to bend toward the older, less predictable layout of downtown Erie.