Oral Surgeon Serving Coronado
Coronado is one of the most desirable places to live in Southern California — and its residents expect the same standard from their healthcare providers. McGann Oral Surgery is about 15 minutes from Coronado via the Coronado Bridge on Front Street. Dr. Grant McGann is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who has been serving patients from the island community since 2008.
Our Oral Surgery Services, Explained Simply
Coronado has general dental care on the island. When a procedure goes beyond what a general dentist handles — implants, surgical extractions, impacted wisdom teeth, corrective jaw surgery — the short bridge crossing to Front Street brings Coronado patients to a specialist built specifically for those procedures.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are the only tooth replacement that preserves the jawbone and functions exactly like a natural tooth — structurally and functionally. Dr. McGann plans every case using in-office 3D CT imaging, the Dentsply Sirona Primescan intraoral scanner, and Osteoid CT surgical guides. That pre-surgical precision means smaller incisions, reduced need for bone grafting in many patients, and a recovery most describe as smoother than expected.
Full osseointegration takes 3 to 6 months — most of which passes without patients feeling like they’re healing.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth that are impacted, partially erupted, or crowding adjacent teeth don’t resolve on their own. Dr. McGann evaluates each tooth with in-office X-rays and CT imaging before making any recommendation. Removals are performed under local anesthesia or IV sedation, and most patients are back to normal within a week.
For Coronado military families with young adults whose wisdom teeth have been flagged, early evaluation is the right move — younger patients heal faster and have more treatment options.
Tooth Extractions
When a tooth is beyond saving — from decay, fracture, or advanced gum disease — a clean surgical extraction with a clear plan for what follows is the right next step. Dr. McGann performs extractions with minimal tissue disruption and walks patients through replacement options at the same appointment.
Coronado patients are 15 minutes from board-certified oral surgery via the Coronado Bridge. McGann Oral Surgery offers CT-guided implant planning, IV sedation, and specialist-level surgical care entirely in-office at 3861 Front Street — no hospital, no referral required.
Why Coronado Patients Choose Dr. McGann
Coronado’s community is a distinctive mix — military officers, retirees, established professionals, and multi-generational island families. What they share is a high standard for the providers they trust.
Dr. McGann completed a 4-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — a credential held by fewer than half of practicing oral surgeons in the U.S. He has been at the same Front Street office since 2008 with the same core team.
What Coronado patients consistently note:
- In-office CT imaging and surgical guides — every implant case planned in full before surgery begins
- IV sedation in-office — no hospital or surgical center required
- Personal follow-up from Dr. McGann — he calls every surgical patient after their procedure
- Same team since 2008 — Rachel, Natalia, and Enrique have been here from the start
Does McGann Oral Surgery Accept Insurance?
Yes. The practice is in-network with most major PPO dental plans — including Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of CA, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife, and United Healthcare. For Coronado military families, TRICARE coverage for oral surgery procedures may also apply — contact the office to confirm eligibility.
Enrique handles insurance and billing for every patient before any procedure. See the full list of insurance plans we accept.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is McGann Oral Surgery from Coronado?
About 15 minutes via the Coronado Bridge. Take SR-75 across the bridge toward downtown, then take I-5 north briefly and exit at Washington Street or Front Street. The office is at 3861 Front Street, CA 92103. Parking is available on-site.
Does McGann Oral Surgery accept TRICARE for military families?
TRICARE coverage for oral surgery varies by plan type and procedure. Contact the office directly at (858) 874-8181 and Enrique, our financial services coordinator, will confirm your specific benefits before any procedure is scheduled.
Is the bridge crossing an issue for post-procedure driving?
If you choose IV sedation, you’ll need someone to drive you home — the bridge is not an issue, but you cannot drive yourself after sedation. For procedures done under local anesthesia only, you can drive yourself back to Coronado without restrictions.
What's the best route from Coronado to the office?
Take Orange Avenue to SR-75 (Coronado Bridge) heading east toward downtown. After crossing the bridge take I-5 north and exit at Washington Street, then head east to Front Street. The office is at 3861 Front Street, CA 92103. Get directions.
Is there anything different about the consultation process for Coronado patients?
No — the consultation is the same regardless of where you’re coming from. Dr. McGann reviews your imaging, explains your options, and gives you a clear picture of what your situation needs. Most Coronado patients find the bridge crossing a non-issue once they’ve made the trip once.
Serving Coronado and the South Bay Coast
McGann Oral Surgery regularly sees patients from Coronado, the Coronado Cays, Imperial Beach, and the surrounding South Bay area. For complex implant cases and corrective jaw surgery, patients travel from across the region.
If you’re a Coronado resident looking for a board-certified oral surgeon just across the bridge, the consultation is the right place to start.
Call (858) 874-8181 or schedule a consultation online. McGann Oral Surgery is located at 3861 Front Street, CA 92103 — get directions.