Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra (Cirugía Oral y Maxilofacial de Caparra) is a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgery practice located in the Caparra area of San Juan, Puerto Rico, led by Dr. Ricardo J. Jiménez-Bosch, DMD, DNDBA, FADSA, FAO. The clinic operates from two locations — the primary San Juan office at Avenida F.D. Roosevelt and a satellite office in Dorado — providing specialist surgical care to patients across the greater metropolitan area of Puerto Rico. The Caparra area of San Juan, situated in the northwestern sector of the city, is a well-connected commercial and residential district that places the clinic within easy reach for patients from San Juan, Guaynabo, Bayamón, and nearby communities. Dr. Jiménez-Bosch's advanced post-nominal credentials — including fellowship designations in dental sedation (FADSA) and oral surgery — reflect a specialist of exceptional professional standing in San Juan's oral surgery community.
The mission of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra is to deliver comprehensive oral and maxillofacial surgical care in a modern, comfortable environment, with a strong emphasis on patient experience and personalized treatment. The practice accepts the majority of private medical insurance plans in Puerto Rico as well as Mi Salud (Reforma), making specialist oral surgical care accessible to a broad cross-section of the population in San Juan and beyond. The integration of sedation services into routine surgical care at the clinic ensures that patients can undergo necessary procedures with minimal anxiety and discomfort, regardless of the complexity of the surgery required.
Treatments & Specialties
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra in San Juan provides the full range of oral and maxillofacial surgical services:
- Dental Implants: Surgical placement of titanium implant posts for permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement. Dr. Jiménez-Bosch offers evaluations to determine implant candidacy and plans each case with precision to ensure long-term integration and aesthetic success.
- Bone Grafting: Augmentation of deficient jawbone using graft materials to create sufficient bone volume for implant placement. Techniques include socket preservation, ridge augmentation, and sinus lift procedures for the upper jaw.
- Wisdom Tooth Extraction (Cordales): Surgical removal of impacted or problematic third molars — one of the clinic's most frequently performed procedures in San Juan, available under local anesthesia or sedation.
- Dental Extractions: All types of extractions, from routine simple removals to complex surgical extractions involving impacted, fractured, or deeply rooted teeth.
- Oral Rehabilitation with Implants: Comprehensive planning and execution of implant-supported rehabilitation for patients with partial or complete tooth loss, restoring full smile function and aesthetics.
- Sedation Dentistry: In-office sedation options — including IV sedation facilitated by Dr. Jiménez-Bosch's FADSA credentials — allowing patients to undergo surgical procedures comfortably without significant anxiety or pain awareness.
- Jaw Surgery (Orthognathic Surgery): Correction of significant jaw discrepancies affecting bite function, facial aesthetics, and airway, performed in coordination with orthodontic treatment.
- TMJ Disorders: Diagnosis and surgical or non-surgical management of temporomandibular joint dysfunction, including pain, limited opening, and joint degeneration.
- Facial Trauma: Surgical repair of facial bone fractures and soft tissue injuries, drawing on the full scope of maxillofacial surgical training.
Technology & Facilities
The practice of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra in San Juan is equipped with modern surgical and diagnostic technology befitting a specialist oral surgery center. Advanced radiographic imaging — including digital X-rays and potentially cone beam CT (CBCT) scanning for three-dimensional surgical planning — supports precise implant positioning and bone graft planning. The clinic's dedicated sedation capability, supported by Dr. Jiménez-Bosch's fellowship-level training in dental sedation (FADSA), requires comprehensive monitoring systems and anesthetic delivery equipment maintained to patient safety standards. Modern implant systems from internationally recognized manufacturers are used for implant placement procedures, ensuring reliable osseointegration outcomes for patients in San Juan. The Caparra location's facilities are designed to combine clinical efficiency with a pleasant, reassuring environment that helps reduce patient anxiety before and during surgical procedures.
Why Choose Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra in San Juan
Patients and referring dentists in San Juan and across Puerto Rico choose Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra for its specialist credentials, insurance accessibility, and patient-focused approach. Dr. Jiménez-Bosch's multiple fellowship credentials — spanning dental anesthesia and oral surgery — represent a level of advanced training that extends well beyond the standard oral surgery residency, providing patients with confidence in both surgical skill and safety. The practice's acceptance of most private insurance plans and Mi Salud (Reforma) distinguishes it from many specialist practices in San Juan that operate on a private-pay basis only, making high-quality oral surgical care accessible to patients across income levels. The availability of Saturday appointments at the Dorado satellite office extends scheduling flexibility for working patients in the broader San Juan metropolitan area. The clinic's dedicated focus on oral rehabilitation — particularly implants and bone grafting — makes it a preferred referral destination for general dentists throughout San Juan seeking specialist implant surgery for their patients.
Patient Experience
Patients referred to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra in San Juan consistently cite the clinic's modern facilities, professional team, and Dr. Jiménez-Bosch's personalized approach as standout qualities. The availability of sedation for surgical procedures is particularly valued by patients who experience anxiety about oral surgery — a common concern for procedures like wisdom tooth removal, implant placement, and bone grafting. The clinic's effort to create a pleasant, welcoming experience — rather than the sterile, intimidating atmosphere sometimes associated with surgical specialty practices — contributes to positive patient outcomes and high rates of appointment completion. Patients undergoing multi-stage implant treatments in San Juan appreciate the clear treatment planning, transparent communication about timelines and costs, and consistent follow-up care that characterize the Caparra practice.
Location
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Caparra operates from its primary San Juan office at Avenida F.D. Roosevelt in the Caparra area of San Juan, Puerto Rico. The Caparra district of San Juan is strategically located near major highways and expressways connecting San Juan to Guaynabo, Bayamón, and other metropolitan municipalities, making the clinic easily accessible by car. A second satellite office in Dorado provides additional coverage for patients from the northern corridor of Puerto Rico, with Saturday appointment availability. The practice accepts most private insurance plans as well as Mi Salud (Reforma), and appointments can be scheduled by calling the clinic directly at (787) 622-0552.
