Arthur Johnson, DDS, MD: Oral Surgeon in Mission Viejo

Arthur Johnson, DDS, MD is a licensed oral and maxillofacial surgeon practicing at Laguna Surgical & Cosmetic Specialists in Mission Viejo, CA. He performs wisdom teeth removal, surgical extractions, dental implant placement, bone grafting, PRF therapy, oral biopsies, and 3D cone beam CT imaging for patients across Orange County. Dr. Johnson completed hospital-based surgical residency training beyond dental school, which qualifies him to perform complex oral surgery and administer IV sedation in the office. Patients come to him from Mission Viejo, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, and Laguna Niguel for procedures their general dentist refers out to a specialist. This page covers who Dr. Johnson is, what procedures he performs, how his training differs from a general dentist’s, and how to schedule a consultation or second opinion at the Mission Viejo office.

Who Is Arthur Johnson DDS?

Arthur Johnson DDS is a licensed oral and maxillofacial surgeon at Laguna Surgical & Cosmetic Specialists in Mission Viejo, CA. He is the sole provider at the practice and performs wisdom teeth removal, implant placement, bone grafting, PRF therapy, oral biopsies, and 3D cone beam CT imaging for patients across Orange County. Dr. Johnson holds both a DDS degree and the additional surgical training required for oral and maxillofacial surgery licensure. He is the only provider at the Mission Viejo office. General dentists refer patients to him when a case requires surgical skill, IV sedation, or advanced imaging that falls outside general dental practice. He sees patients for consultations, second opinions, and full surgical care. If you have a referral from your dentist or want an independent evaluation before proceeding with surgery, the office accepts both.

What Services Does Arthur Johnson DDS Offer?

Dr. Arthur Johnson performs wisdom teeth removal, surgical tooth extractions, socket preservation bone grafts, PRF healing therapy, dental implant placement, IV sedation, nitrous oxide sedation, 3D cone beam CT scans, oral biopsies, and consultations and second opinions at his Mission Viejo oral surgery practice. The practice covers a full range of oral surgery services. Below are the two highest-volume procedure categories, with additional services listed after.

• Wisdom teeth removal, including fully and partially impacted teeth
• Surgical extractions of broken teeth and retained roots
• Socket preservation bone grafts after extraction
• PRF (platelet rich fibrin) therapy using the patient’s own blood to support healing
• Dental implant placement with surgical guide technology
• IV sedation and nitrous oxide sedation
• 3D cone beam CT scans, including scans ordered by outside dentists
• Oral biopsies for sores, lumps, or unusual patches
• Consultations, second opinions, panoramic X-rays, and post-op care

Wisdom Teeth Removal and Surgical Extractions

Wisdom teeth removal is one of the most common procedures at the practice. Dr. Johnson removes soft tissue, partially bony, and fully bony impacted wisdom teeth. Fully impacted teeth require cutting through bone, which is why this procedure belongs with an oral surgeon rather than a general dentist. Surgical extractions cover broken teeth, teeth with curved or fused roots, and retained root tips that a general dentist cannot remove with forceps alone. After an extraction, Dr. Johnson may place a socket preservation bone graft to maintain the jaw ridge for a future implant. PRF, made from a small sample of the patient’s own blood, is often added to the site to support healing.

Dental Implants and Bone Grafting

Dr. Johnson places titanium dental implants for single and multiple missing teeth. He uses 3D cone beam CT imaging and surgical guides to plan and place implants accurately. The implant itself is the titanium post that goes into the jawbone. The final tooth on top of the implant is an implant crown, which is completed by your general dentist after the implant heals. Bone grafting is often needed before or at the time of implant placement. Socket preservation grafts placed at the time of extraction protect the bone volume needed for a future implant. If you have already lost bone at a site, Dr. Johnson will evaluate whether grafting can rebuild enough volume for implant placement.

What Makes an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Different from a General Dentist?

Arthur Johnson is a licensed oral and maxillofacial surgeon, not a general dentist. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons complete additional hospital-based surgical residency training beyond dental school, qualifying them to perform complex extractions, implant surgery, bone grafting, IV sedation, and other advanced oral surgical procedures. General dentists complete four years of dental school. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons complete dental school and then a four-to-six year hospital-based surgical residency that includes rotations in anesthesia, trauma, and head and neck surgery. That residency is what allows Dr. Johnson to administer IV sedation in the office and manage surgical complications that would be outside a general dentist’s scope.

Training element	General dentist	Oral and maxillofacial surgeon
Dental school	4 years	4 years
Surgical residency	None	4 to 6 years, hospital-based
IV sedation license	Not standard	Yes
Impacted tooth removal	Simple cases only	All impaction types
Implant placement and bone grafting	Varies; often referred out	Core scope of practice

Sedation and Comfort Options at Laguna Surgical

Dr. Johnson offers two sedation options: IV sedation and nitrous oxide. IV sedation puts patients in a deeply relaxed, sleep-like state and is used for wisdom teeth removal, implant surgery, and other procedures where comfort and cooperation matter. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is a lighter option delivered through a small mask and wears off within minutes after the mask is removed. Both options are administered by Dr. Johnson, who has the surgical and anesthesia training to manage sedation safely in an office setting. Your care team will review which option fits your procedure and health history at your consultation.

How to Get Started with Dr. Arthur Johnson in Mission Viejo

Call or request an appointment online at Laguna Surgical & Cosmetic Specialists in Mission Viejo, CA. The office accepts referrals from general dentists and also sees patients who want a consultation or second opinion without a referral. Bring any existing X-rays; a 3D cone beam CT scan can be taken at the office if needed. You can come in with a referral from your dentist or schedule directly. Either way, the first visit is a consultation. Dr. Johnson reviews your imaging, examines the area, and explains your options. If you already have a treatment plan from another provider and want a second opinion before proceeding, the office handles that too. The practice is in Mission Viejo and serves patients from Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, and the surrounding Orange County area. Call the office or use the online appointment form to get on the schedule. Dr. Arthur Johnson is a licensed oral and maxillofacial surgeon with a focused scope of practice: wisdom teeth removal, surgical extractions, bone grafting, PRF therapy, implant placement, sedation, oral biopsies, and 3D imaging. If your general dentist has referred you for any of these procedures, or if you want an independent consultation, call Laguna Surgical & Cosmetic Specialists in Mission Viejo to schedule.